Island Kitchen Lead — Culinary & Guest Experience

Tommy Bahama; Kihei (HI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tommy Bahama invites you to join our island-inspired team as a welcoming ambassador dedicated to delivering 5-star dining experiences. You will collaborate with a skilled crew to craft scratch-made cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and impeccable service in a tropical setting.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in high-volume culinary or hospitality roles, hold a valid food handler’s card, and possess strong guest-service skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of high-volume culinary/hospitality experience.
• Current food handler’s card and other certification as required by law.
• Basic knowledge of food/restaurant service skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Create a relaxed destination—actively participate in a team environment, demonstrating genuine hospitality and team-player skills.
• Set the course—possess knowledge of all food menus/recipes, ingredients, preparation methods, and presentation.
• Build the perfect oasis—assist the chef in preparing high-quality menu items.
• Support your crew—ensure safety, cleanliness, and sanitation of the kitchen by maintaining agency standards.

Skills

Culinary

Hospitality

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tommy Bahama invites you to join our island-inspired team as a welcoming ambassador dedicated to delivering 5-star dining experiences. You will collaborate with a skilled crew to craft scratch-made cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and impeccable service in a tropical setting.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in high-volume culinary or hospitality roles, hold a valid food handler’s card, and possess strong guest-service skills.