Sous Chef

oxford; Waikoloa (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team member discounts

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in Hawaii seeks a kitchen professional to deliver exceptional culinary experiences, lead team members, and uphold safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes hands-on coaching, technique development, and accountability across the dining operation.

Join a team that values growth and provides competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment in a tropical setting.

Qualifications

• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Bending/stooping/kneeling required - frequently.
• Routine standing for duration of shift.
• Maneuvering kitchen tools and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional culinary experiences while following policies and standards; lead by example through motivation and communication.
• Foster a learning environment focusing on proper cooking techniques and knife skills.
• Follow and enforce safety and sanitation programs per law for restaurant, employees and guests.
• Manage kitchen expenses ensuring budgetary compliance.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Knife skills

Time management

Safety & sanitation

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 is growing fast - and helping shape the next wave of our Marlin Bars 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

• Responsible for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our guests while following company policies, procedures, and standards. Lead by example through motivation, support and communication.
• Through hands on approach, develop and promote learning, nurturing environment for all restaurant Team Members that focuses on proper cooking techniques, knife skills, time management and accountability to ensure culinary, sales, and service success.
• Follow and enforce applicable safety and sanitation programs according to federal/state/local law for the restaurant, employees, and guests
• Manage kitchen expenses ensuring budgetary compliance as requested

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.

Pay Range: $22.00 to $27.00 per hour

Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!

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.

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