Island Life Sous Chef — Lead Culinary & Growth

Tommy Bahama; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase program

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in Estero, Florida is seeking a kitchen leader to deliver exceptional culinary experiences and to mentor a growing team. You will lead by example, coach staff, and uphold company standards across safety, sanitation, and service excellence. Strong communication and cost-conscious management are essential for success.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced restaurant environment with room to grow and contribute to our expanding concepts nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must lead a kitchen team with hands-on coaching and motivation.
• Strong communication across front-of-house and back-of-house.
• Efficient time and resource management to meet service goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional culinary experiences following company standards.
• Lead by example through motivation, support and communication.
• Develop and promote a learning environment for kitchen staff.
• Enforce safety and sanitation programs per law and policy.
• Manage kitchen expenses and budgetary compliance when requested.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Safety & Sanitation

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Tommy Bahama in Estero, Florida is seeking a kitchen leader to deliver exceptional culinary experiences and to mentor a growing team. You will lead by example, coach staff, and uphold company standards across safety, sanitation, and service excellence. Strong communication and cost-conscious management are essential for success.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced restaurant environment with room to grow and contribute to our expanding concepts nationwide.