Kitchen Staff Jobs in Paauilo, HI

The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry, responsible for a broad range of duties. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are also responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they might be required to handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints.

To excel in this role, Kitchen Staff should possess a number of key skills and certifications. They should have a food handler's certificate, signifying they are trained in food safety practices. A good level of physical fitness and endurance is also important as the job involves standing for long hours and handling heavy kitchen equipment. Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills are indispensable to cope with the fast-paced working environment. Prior to becoming a Kitchen Staffer, individuals may have roles like Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant to gain relevant experience in the hospitality industry.

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Line Cook wanted for casual restaurant

  • Kamuela, HI (17 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kamuela, HI (17 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 18 hours ago

Island Hopper Taproom at the Shops at Mauna Lani is seeking experienced BOH staff. *Line Cooks $25/hr + tips Part-Time and Full-Time positions available We offer the Big Island's largest selection...

Cook II (Temp) 276483 (57791)

  • Honokaa, HI (19 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Honokaa, HI (19 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 21 hours ago

Cook II (Temp) 276483 (57791) Honoka'a Hospital - Honokaa, HI 96727 Posted: 08/14/2025 Employment: 100% FTE, Full-Time with Benefits Pay: $65,652.00 per Year Department: Dietary (351-8340)...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO - 55195002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO - 55195002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Kitchen Helper

  • Honokaa, HI (19 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Honokaa, HI (19 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 3 days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for assembling food trays, providing food service, and handling dishwashing duties. Interested? Apply today for immediate consideration!...

Pantry Cook 2 - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 5 days ago

Hilton Waikoloa Village is Hawaii Island's only 62\-acre property with 3 one of a kind outdoor swimming pools and 4\-acres of protected lagoon\. We are looking for a motivated person to join our...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Cook II Location: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO - 55195002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Line Cook, Prep Cook, TRAINEE WITH GOOD JOB HISTORY WILL BE CONSIDERED

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Must be able to perform customer service and other kitchen basic skills including grill, fry, prep, dishwashing, cleaning, serving food, etc....

Cook II

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO - 55195002 Location ID: 55195002 Cook II Location: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT HILO - 55195002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • Kamuela, HI (17 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kamuela, HI (17 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Pastry Cook 3 - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 12 days ago

Hilton Waikoloa Village is Hawaii Island's only 62-acre property with 3 one of a kind outdoor swimming pools and 4-acres of protected lagoon. We are looking for a Pa stry Cook 3 to join our team!...

Dietary Aide Dishwasher

  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hilo, HI (16 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 12 days ago

Your daily responsibilities will be providing assistance in food preparation and serving, while maintaining clean and sanitary conditions....

Cook 2 - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 13 days ago

Hilton Waikoloa Village is Hawaii Island's only 62-acre property with 3 one of a kind outdoor swimming pools and 4-acres of protected lagoon. We are looking for a Cook to join our team! From a...

Lead Steward - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 16 days ago

Hilton Waikoloa Village is looking for a Lead Steward. Hawaii Island's only 62-acre property with 3 one-of-a-kind outdoor swimming pools and 4-acres of protected lagoon. Enjoy fun perks such as...

Chef de Cuisine, Kamuela Provision Company Restaurant - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waikoloa, HI (22 miles from Paauilo, HI)
  • 16 days ago

Hilton Waikoloa Village is Hawaii Island's only 62-acre property with 3 one of a kind outdoor swimming pools and 4-acres of protected lagoon. From a friendly workplace environment to competitive...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Paauilo, HI

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Paauilo, HI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Paauilo, HI
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%



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