Island Kitchen Lead: Culinary Mentor & Growth Driver

Tommy Bahama

Winter Park (FL)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 38,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) with match
Employee Stock Purchase program
Paid Time Off
Team member discounts

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in Winter Park, FL is hiring to bring the island life to guests with warm, attentive service and a scratch-kitchen mindset. You’ll help create a welcoming, safe, and upbeat environment that makes every guest feel at home.

As part of our team, you’ll mentor new staff, model respect and teamwork, and support daily operations to ensure excellent guest experiences across full-time shifts.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to provide warm, guest-focused service.
  • Experience mentoring or leading a team is a plus.
  • Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Bring the island spirit to life by making every guest feel at home.
  • Share passion for working in a scratch kitchen and help mentor an amazing team.
  • Help create a clean, safe, professional and upbeat environment.
  • Be the role model for new team-mates and help them feel welcome on day one.
  • Be part of a kitchen where respect, kindness and teamwork are how we work.

Skills

Guest service
Team leadership
Mentoring others
Safety and cleanliness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tommy Bahama in Winter Park, FL is hiring to bring the island life to guests with warm, attentive service and a scratch-kitchen mindset. You’ll help create a welcoming, safe, and upbeat environment that makes every guest feel at home.

As part of our team, you’ll mentor new staff, model respect and teamwork, and support daily operations to ensure excellent guest experiences across full-time shifts.

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