Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, it’s a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of our brand, all while providing 5-star food and service! We look for those who are passionate about growth as we offer a variety of rewarding positions from culinary, front of house and management teams. You will play an integral role in restaurant’s leadership, inspiring your team to work together to achieve our goals and create an environment of aloha fun. Come join us, share knowledge on each season’s scratch cuisine, hand crafted cocktails, and provide guest with world class dining - taking them some place great!
Responsibilities:
Promote a learning and training environment for all kitchen member through hands on approach focusing on proper cooking techniques, knife skills, time management to ensure culinary, sales, and service success
Ensure timely execution of Expo Station, Opening and Closing according to company guidelines and possess complete knowledge and all food menus/recipes; develop/streamline restaurant processes with Executive Chef when necessary
Provide constructive performance feedback to kitchen teammates while practicing open, authentic dialogue with the restaurant team
Maintain appropriate staff levels based on projected sales and business needs in partnership with the Executive Chef
Assist Executive Chef with daily, weekly, and monthly specials and menu development
Qualifications:
You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or similar preferred
You have 3+ years of high volume culinary/hospitality experience
You have 1+ years of high volume kitchen leadership experience
You have a current food handler’s card and other certification as required by federal/state/local law
You have strong knowledge of food/restaurant service skills - all phases of food production and service, including storage and rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and service and production time standards
You have strong verbal and written communications skills and is able to communicate operational information - proven track record of increasing experience and responsibility
You are comfortable using a computer, navigating Windows and Microsoft Office, Point of Sale System and Outlook Email
Willingness to perform other duties as required that are necessary to support the business
The employment of Chef is projected to grow 25% every year in USA much faster than the average of all occupations according to USA Bureau of Labor Statistics.
5. How do I become a chef?
High school diploma or GED in Culinary is preferred. Also, obtain practical experience in restaurant kitchen.
