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Residents Beach House - Chef de Cuisine - Temporary

Hawaii Four Seasons Hualalai Estimated salary: $85,000–$105,000 per year, depending on experience and the temporary employment terms
Role summary

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The Chef de Cuisine leads culinary operations for the Residents Beach House, overseeing menu execution, food quality, kitchen organization, purchasing, cost control, sanitation, and team performance. Candidates typically need substantial experience in upscale or luxury kitchens, strong knowledge of contemporary cuisine, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to maintain high standards in a fast-paced resort environment. Culinary training and food-safety certification are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to coach colleagues, collaborate with service and resort teams, manage temporary or seasonal demands, control labor and food costs, and deliver consistently refined dining experiences for residents and guests. Flexibility, professionalism, creativity, and a hands-on approach are essential.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, residences, and private retreats worldwide. The brand is known for personalized service, elegant properties, strong culinary programs, and a focus on genuine guest and employee relationships. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is located on Hawaii Island’s Kohala Coast and offers oceanfront accommodations, residences, restaurants, recreational facilities, spa services, and extensive cultural and outdoor programming. Employees work in a high-end, service-led environment where attention to detail, teamwork, discretion, and consistency are highly valued. The company commonly provides training, career development, and resort-based benefits, although compensation and benefits vary by 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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