Are you looking for a kitchen job that values your hard work and shows that appreciation with real opportunities to grow? Want to be part of a winning team in a fast-paced, fast-growing organization on a mission to create exceptional experiences in food, beverage, and hospitality?
At Vintage Books, we blend modern innovation with nostalgic charm to create a warm, welcoming place for our community. We honor the past, embrace the future, and take pride in the craft of great food. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and maybe even lead your own team one day — KEEP READING.
Starting rate for this position is $21 hourly + benefits
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Our ideal Line Cook takes initiative, stays focused in a fast-paced kitchen, and puts pride into every plate. You should have a medium understanding of kitchen procedures — like knife skills, basic prep work, station organization, and sanitation practices. Most importantly, you’re motivated, coachable, and excited to improve your craft.
At Vintage Books, we never settle for less than extraordinarily high standards — but for the right person, this level of excellence just feels normal.
ASK YOURSELF…
Does your current job take you for granted?
Are you hungry (literally and figuratively) for new challenges?
Do you thrive in fast-paced kitchens where passion is celebrated?
Are you ready to join a team that’s constantly learning, evolving, and raising the bar?
If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you.
OUR MISSION
We’re changing the landscape of Hawaii’s food and beverage scene by leading a revolution of handcrafted dishes and genuine hospitality. Check out what we’re about at vintagebookshawaii.com, then reach out and tell us why you’d be the perfect addition to our kitchen team.
THE BASICS — WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Prep ingredients and execute dishes with consistency and care
- Follow sanitation, food safety, and kitchen organization standards
- Maintain a clean, efficient workspace at all times
- Work collaboratively with the BOH team to keep service smooth
- Support the overall kitchen operation in a fast-paced environment
- We offer above-average pay and opportunities for advancement.
MUST HAVES
- Medium-level kitchen skills (knife work, sanitation, basic procedures)
- Full availability (nights, weekend brunch, holidays as needed)
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Coachable attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
- Genuine passion for food and hospitality
COOL STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
We’re all a little bit fanatical — and you’ll love us for it
We take our craft seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously
Employee discounts & family meals will keep you inspired and well-fed
This is more than a job — it’s our passion and our community
This isn’t like every other kitchen you’ve worked in where you’re stuck inside the “box.” At Vintage Books, we light that box on fire.
Come join our team.