Restaurant Jobs in Hawaii
Restaurant jobs in Hawaii are consistently in demand, driven by the state's tourism-dependent economy and year-round dining culture across Honolulu, Maui, and the Big Island. Most openings concentrate in full-service dining, resort food and beverage operations, and casual local concepts, with roles ranging from line cook and server to general manager and executive chef. Established employers with deep roots in Hawaii's dining scene include Outrigger Hospitality Group, The Cheesecake Factory, and Marriott's resort properties, all of which hire across experience levels. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Restaurant Zone Manager
Your Role at Raising Cane’s:
The Restaurant Zone Manager is responsible for supporting the Restaurant Leader in day-to-day operations of the restaurant and upholding Raising Cane’s standards and culture in management responsibilities of one restaurant zone’s operations.
The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (which requires extended periods of physical exertion, such as walking, standing, lifting and bending) and interacting with customers. It also includes both inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with and around food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, commercial cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job.
Your Impact and Responsibilities:
General to the role:
- Enforces Raising Cane’s policies and standards
- Manages assigned zone according to Raising Cane’s operations and safety standards
- Uses required tools, forms and logs to support shift execution, document results and take corrective action when needed
- Directs crewmembers during a shift
- Provides exemplary customer service
- Supports execution of reward and recognition program for the crewmembers in the restaurant
- Authorizes employee functions requiring manager approval (e.g. discounts, promotions, etc.)
- Ensures cleanliness of the restaurant and ensures the facility is in good working order
- Completes other duties as assigned
Requirements for Success:
- Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple priorities that may be constantly changing
- Self-driven, flexible, and highly energetic with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work effectively and efficiently both independently and collaboratively
- Able to recognize problems, set goals, execute and convert plans into action to solve problems
- Able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends and travel as needed for work-related functions and training
- Must complete all required Raising Cane’s company training programs
- 1+ years of restaurant or retail management experience, or Raising Cane’s advanced crew experience
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Perks
- Monthly bonus potential
- Closed on Major Holidays including New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas**
- FREE meal while working a shift
- Paid Time Off*
$19 per hour - $21 per hour
Paid time provided to those who meet service and/or eligibility requirements
**Locations may vary
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Restaurant Zone Manager
Your Role at Raising Cane’s:
The Restaurant Zone Manager is responsible for supporting the Restaurant Leader in day-to-day operations of the restaurant and upholding Raising Cane’s standards and culture in management responsibilities of one restaurant zone’s operations.
The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (which requires extended periods of physical exertion, such as walking, standing, lifting and bending) and interacting with customers. It also includes both inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with and around food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, commercial cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job.
Your Impact and Responsibilities:
General to the role:
- Enforces Raising Cane’s policies and standards
- Manages assigned zone according to Raising Cane’s operations and safety standards
- Uses required tools, forms and logs to support shift execution, document results and take corrective action when needed
- Directs crewmembers during a shift
- Provides exemplary customer service
- Supports execution of reward and recognition program for the crewmembers in the restaurant
- Authorizes employee functions requiring manager approval (e.g. discounts, promotions, etc.)
- Ensures cleanliness of the restaurant and ensures the facility is in good working order
- Completes other duties as assigned
Requirements for Success:
- Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple priorities that may be constantly changing
- Self-driven, flexible, and highly energetic with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work effectively and efficiently both independently and collaboratively
- Able to recognize problems, set goals, execute and convert plans into action to solve problems
- Able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends and travel as needed for work-related functions and training
- Must complete all required Raising Cane’s company training programs
- 1+ years of restaurant or retail management experience, or Raising Cane’s advanced crew experience
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Perks
- Monthly bonus potential
- Closed on Major Holidays including New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas**
- FREE meal while working a shift
- Paid Time Off*
$19 per hour - $21 per hour
Paid time provided to those who meet service and/or eligibility requirements
**Locations may vary
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Who's Hiring
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- Hospitality & Tourism
What Hawaii Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant jobs across Hawaii.
- Hawaii General Excise Tax knowledge or food handler card from a state-approved provider
- Prior experience in a high-volume or resort restaurant environment
- ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification recognized by the Hawaii Department of Health
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems such as Toast or Aloha POS
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends, holidays, and split shifts
- Strong guest service skills suited to a tourist-heavy and multicultural clientele
Restaurant Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant worker in Hawaii?
Most restaurant roles in Hawaii do not require a state license, but all food handlers must obtain a food handler card through a Hawaii Department of Health-approved program before starting work. Front-of-house roles typically require no formal credential beyond that card, while culinary positions benefit from vocational training through institutions like Kapi'olani Community College's culinary arts program. Employers in resort areas often expect prior hospitality experience alongside the food handler certification.
Which companies hire restaurant workers in Hawaii?
Employers hiring restaurants in Hawaii right now include Raising Cane's, Fairmont, and Cohn Restaurant, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hawaii's resort corridor on Oahu's South Shore and along Maui's Kaanapali Coast concentrates a large share of corporate food and beverage hiring.
Which Hawaii cities have the most restaurant jobs?
The cities with the most restaurant openings in Hawaii are Honolulu, Lahaina, and Wailea-Makena. Honolulu dominates because it anchors the state's largest concentration of hotels, convention venues, and local dining districts, while Maui's resort towns and the Big Island's Kohala Coast generate consistent openings tied to destination resort properties that operate full-service restaurants year-round.
Are there remote restaurant jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of restaurant openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which reflects how hands-on most roles in this field are. The narrow slice of remote work that does exist tends to involve corporate functions like menu development consulting, regional training coordination, or food and beverage operations management for multi-property hospitality groups.
How can I get hired as a restaurant worker in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a host, busser, food runner, or dishwasher role at a large resort property, since Marriott, Hilton, and Outrigger all hire for these positions without prior restaurant experience and promote internally. Kapi'olani Community College's culinary and hospitality programs offer practicum placements that give candidates a foot in the door. Obtaining your Hawaii food handler card before applying signals readiness and removes a common barrier for first-time applicants.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to restaurant jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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