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Sushi Chef- NOIO

Hawaii Four Seasons Hualalai Estimated salary: Approximately $25–$32 per hour, plus potential service charge, benefits, and other resort compensation
Role summary

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The Sushi Chef at NOIO, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, is responsible for preparing high-quality sushi, sashimi, rolls, and related Japanese dishes while maintaining excellent presentation and consistency. Candidates should have professional sushi or culinary experience, strong knife skills, knowledge of seafood handling, sanitation, and food-safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy luxury-resort kitchen. The role requires attention to detail, creativity, teamwork, and a calm, professional approach during service. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and changing schedules is expected. Candidates should be comfortable standing for extended periods and following Four Seasons standards for guest service, cleanliness, and kitchen operations.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality company known for highly personalized service, exceptional accommodations, and carefully designed guest experiences. Founded in 1961, the company operates hotels, resorts, and private residences in destinations across the world. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is located on Hawaii Island’s Kona Coast and combines upscale lodging with restaurants, golf, wellness facilities, cultural activities, and ocean-based recreation. The resort emphasizes genuine Hawaiian hospitality, environmental awareness, and strong relationships with local communities. Employees typically receive training, opportunities for career development, and access to hospitality benefits, although specific benefits vary by position and employment terms. Working at Four Seasons generally requires teamwork, discretion, attention to detail, and a consistent commitment to creating memorable experiences for guests.

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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