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Komo Sous Chef - Full time

Hawaii Four Seasons Maui Estimated salary: $70,000–$85,000 per year, plus potential service charges, bonuses, and benefits
Role summary

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The Komo Sous Chef supports the culinary leadership team in running daily kitchen operations, maintaining Four Seasons standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, and guest service. Candidates should have professional culinary experience, preferably in a luxury hotel, resort, or Japanese restaurant environment, with proven supervisory experience. Knowledge of kitchen procedures, ordering, inventory control, food-cost management, and health regulations is expected. The role requires strong communication, organization, teamwork, and the ability to train and motivate cooks in a fast-paced setting. The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to consistent service. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, and extended shifts is essential.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and private residences in leading destinations worldwide. The company is known for highly personalized guest service, refined accommodations, exceptional dining, and strong investment in employee development. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a luxury oceanfront property on Maui’s southwestern coast, offering multiple restaurants, spa facilities, pools, cultural activities, and extensive guest services. The resort emphasizes genuine hospitality, professional standards, teamwork, and attention to local Hawaiian culture. Employees typically receive access to comprehensive benefits, training opportunities, wellness programs, and a supportive workplace environment. Culinary team members work in a high-end resort setting serving both international travelers and local guests, with opportunities to develop their skills across varied outlets and special events.

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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