Island Life Sous Chef — Culinary Leader

Tommy Bahama; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase program

Paid Time Off

Team member discounts

Job summary

Tommy Bahama is seeking a kitchen-focused role in Florida to deliver exceptional culinary experiences while upholding brand standards. The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and maintaining safe, efficient kitchen operations.

You will guide team members in cooking techniques, knife skills, time management, and accountability, while ensuring compliance with safety programs and cost controls. The team environment supports growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Frequent bending/stooping/kneeling.
• Stand for the duration of shift.
• Follow safety and sanitation programs per law.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional culinary experiences to guests while following company policies and standards.
• Lead by example through motivation, support and communication with team members.
• Develop and promote a learning environment focusing on cooking techniques, knife skills and time management.
• Manage kitchen expenses and ensure budgetary compliance as requested.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Time management

Accountability

Tools

Hand cart

Blenders

Knives

Wine keys

Job description

Tommy Bahama is seeking a kitchen-focused role in Florida to deliver exceptional culinary experiences while upholding brand standards. The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, coaching, and maintaining safe, efficient kitchen operations.

You will guide team members in cooking techniques, knife skills, time management, and accountability, while ensuring compliance with safety programs and cost controls. The team environment supports growth and professional development.