Culinary Manager in Training Program (CIT)

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Lanai City, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i is looking for a Culinary Manager in Training (CIT) who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. This 12–18-month rotational program offers a structured pathway to develop leadership capabilities within Four Seasons. Participants gain hands‑on operational experience in Culinary, with rotational exposure across kitchens for Banquets, Malibu Farm, Views, Nobu, Osteria Mozza, The Break and/or Staff Cafeteria. The program emphasizes experiential learning, mentorship, and performance feedback to support long‑term career growth.

Requirements

• Successful candidate must possess legal work authorization in United States.
• Required by the Hawaii State Department of Health to obtain a Tuberculous (TB) clearance card.
• Hawaii Food Handler’s Card and ServSafe is required for this role.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 70 lbs, and push/pull as needed during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Culinary operations with a visible leadership presence, ensuring consistent service standards and exceptional guest experiences.
• Prepare and present high-quality food items in accordance with recipes, production schedules, portion controls, and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock rotation, food storage, and product quality to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Minimize waste and support food cost control through effective production planning, inventory management, and portion control.
• Participate in and lead meetings, training sessions, and pre-shift briefings while supporting onboarding and development of team members.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback, while communicating performance updates and training progress to management.
• Facilitate clear communication and coordination between Front- and Back-of-House teams and across departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Support labor and cost management efforts through scheduling, budgeting, inventory control, and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $32.78
• 100% Employer contributed Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Competitive wages and other benefits (Retirement Plan, Wellness Credit, etc) as well as Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round
• Complimentary stays and exclusive discounts at Four Seasons Worldwide
• Complimentary Employee Meals & Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Owner subsidized on-island housing, inter-island airfare to Oahu and other resources
• Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you master your craft
• Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed