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Line Cook

Hawaii Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa Estimated salary: $24.00–$28.00 per hour, approximately $50,000–$58,000 annually before overtime
Role summary

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The Line Cook prepares and cooks food according to recipes, production standards, and guest orders while maintaining consistent quality, presentation, and portion control. Requirements typically include previous kitchen or culinary experience, knowledge of food preparation and sanitation, the ability to read recipes, and safe use of knives and kitchen equipment. A food-handler certification may be required. The candidate is expected to work efficiently in a fast-paced resort kitchen, communicate well with chefs and colleagues, maintain a clean and organized workstation, follow food-safety procedures, and work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays. Physical stamina, teamwork, reliability, and the ability to remain calm during busy service periods are important.

About the employer

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa is a full-service beachfront resort located at the historic Black Rock area of Ka'anapali Beach on Maui, Hawaii. The property offers guest rooms, suites, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, pools, spa services, and direct access to the beach and ocean. It operates under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Marriott properties generally emphasize guest service, operational standards, teamwork, and career development, with opportunities across culinary, rooms, engineering, events, and management departments. Working at this resort typically involves serving leisure travelers, wedding and event guests, and international visitors in a busy island tourism environment. Benefits may include employee travel discounts and other benefits, depending on eligibility, position, and employment status.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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