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Cook 5 - Casual

Hawaii Four Seasons Maui Estimated salary: $25–$30 per hour, plus potential benefits and applicable service or incentive payments
Role summary

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The Cook 5 - Casual position supports daily kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, cooking assigned dishes, maintaining food quality, and following Four Seasons recipes and presentation standards. Candidates should have basic professional kitchen experience, sound knowledge of food safety and sanitation, reliable attendance, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, physical stamina, and flexibility to work casual shifts, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and respectful communication with colleagues are essential. Culinary training or experience in a hotel, resort, or restaurant kitchen is helpful, though the exact requirements may depend on the assigned outlet.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and private residences in destinations around the world. The company is known for personalized service, high operating standards, refined guest experiences, and strong attention to employee development. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is located on the island’s western coast and offers luxury accommodations, restaurants, spa services, pools, recreation, and oceanfront experiences. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and may receive benefits such as meals, training, wellness support, and resort-related discounts, depending on eligibility and employment status. The company emphasizes professionalism, genuine care, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for both guests and colleagues.

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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