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Cook 3 - La Hiki (Temporary)
Role summary
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The Cook 3 supports daily food preparation and service at La Hiki, Four Seasons Resort Oahu. Candidates should have professional kitchen experience, basic knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, sanitation, portion control, and proper equipment use. The role requires the ability to follow recipes, prepare ingredients accurately, maintain a clean and organized workstation, and work efficiently during busy service periods. Applicants should be dependable, physically able to stand for extended periods, and comfortable working flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays. A positive attitude, teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to Four Seasons quality standards are expected. Culinary training or equivalent hospitality experience is helpful, while the temporary nature of the position requires flexibility and prompt availability.
Can I work in Hawaii?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.
Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Hawaii
Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Usually not; rents very high |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff cafeteria at large resorts |
| Flights | None (managers negotiate) |
| Service charge | F&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law) |
| Contract | At will; union rules in Waikiki |
| Leave | None by law; employer health insurance (by law) |
| Income tax | Federal 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.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Hawaii
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About Four Seasons Oahu
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and private residences in destinations around the world. Founded in 1961, the company is known for personalized service, refined guest experiences, strong culinary programs, and high standards of professionalism. Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is located on the island’s western coast and offers oceanfront accommodations, restaurants, wellness facilities, cultural programming, and extensive recreational amenities. The resort emphasizes genuine Hawaiian hospitality while providing the service quality associated with the Four Seasons brand. Employees typically work in collaborative, guest-focused teams and may receive benefits such as healthcare options, paid time off, employee dining, training, and discounted stays, depending on eligibility and employment status.