Prep Cook

Tommy Bahama; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; 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 team-oriented restaurant associate to support food preparation and service in a fast-growing concept. You will assist in receiving orders, verify items against invoicing, and ensure quality, weight, and presentation of each dish.

You’ll help meet food cost and labor targets while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and dining area. Applicants should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Frequent standing and bending.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving and storing incoming orders accurately.
• Ensure menu knowledge, ingredients, preparation methods, and presentation.
• Help monitor food costs, labor, and efficiency to meet financial targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and upbeat kitchen environment.

Skills

Lifting endurance

Stands for long shifts

Team collaboration

Job description

LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE WITH US

At Tommy Bahama, good vibes start with great people. Whether you’re behind the bar, in the kitchen, or out front with our guests, you’ll be part of a team that’s growing fast - and helping shape the next wave of our restaurants across the country. There’s plenty of room to grow your career here, surrounded by teammates who support you and leaders who want to see you succeed.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Real career growth opportunities as our Food & Beverage concepts expand nationwide
• Competitive pay and team member discounts on retail, food, and beverage
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase program and more available to eligible full-time employees
• Generous Paid Time Off program to keep you balanced
• A positive, professional and engaging work environment

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Actively participate in a team environment that promotes financial and culinary success. Assist in putting away all incoming orders and checking food for quality, weight and ensure that each item matches invoicing distributed by each vendor. Possess complete knowledge and timely execution of all food menus/recipes - including ingredients, preparation methods, and presentation. Assist in meeting financial expectations (i.e., food cost, food efficiencies, labor costs, and direct kitchen expenses). Help create a clean, safe, professional and upbeat environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
• Bending/stooping/kneeling required - frequently
• Routine standing for duration of shift
• Safely maneuvering the following types of equipment or machinery: Hand cart, blenders, knives, slices, wine keys and other tools provided to complete work
• Scheduled shifts determined by business needs

Join the team that’s redefining laid-back luxury - and grow with us as we bring the Island Life to more communities across the country.

Multiple factors will vary the applicable rate of pay for this role, including an individual’s experience, knowledge, and skillset, as well as work location and available budget.

Rate Range: $19.00 or minimum wage - $24.00/hr

Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to.

Tommy Bahama participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.

Aloha! At Tommy Bahama, paradise is our business. Focused on exceptional guest service, upscale products and delicious food and drinks, our tropically inspired lifestyle inspires the world to relax. Maintaining our unique point of view requires a diverse team that includes apparel designers, eCommerce and technology experts, manufacturing and operations, and, of course, retail and hospitality professionals. There are countless opportunities to contribute to our continued success - if you’d like to help us "Live the Island Life," we’d like to hear from you.

Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to.