Sous Chef - Lakewood Ranch Marlin Bar

  • Sarasota, Florida
  • Full Time
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Job Description
LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE

Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, its 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 restaurants 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 seasons scratch cuisine, hand crafted cocktails, and provide guest with world class dining - taking them some place great!

BE THE ISLAND GUIDE

Create a relaxed destination 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
Set the course Ensure timely execution of Expo Station, Opening and Closing according to company guidelines and possess complete knowledge and all food menus/recipes - including ingredients, preparation methods and presentation
Build the perfect oasis Facilitate training programs and provide constructive performance feedback to kitchen teammates while practicing open, authentic dialogue with the restaurant team
Support your crew Ensure transfer of learned skills on-the-job by facilitating the implementation of company training programs, monitoring team performance and enforcing applicable safety and sanitation programs according to federal/state/local law
Proactive in Paradise Co-manage Team Meetings with the Front of the House and manage kitchen expense to ensure budgetary compliance as requested
ESSENTIALS FOR LIFE IN PARADISE

You have 2+ years of high volume culinary/hospitality experience
You have a current food handlers card and other certification as required by federal/state/local law
You have 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 have a high school diploma or GED
Willingness to perform other duties as required that are necessary to support the business

THE BENEFITS OF LIVING ON THE ISLAND
Competitive pay and career growth opportunities.
For full-time employees, medical, dental, vision, 401k with EXCELLENT matching program, Employee Stock Purchase Program and MORE!
Amazing Employee Discounts! 50% off apparel and dining (excluding alcoholic beverages).
Our company values are all about collaboration, innovation and acting with integrity.
Tuition reimbursement.
Generous paid time off program (Aloha Time Off)!
Paid volunteer days.

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 or send an email to our recruiting team at ....

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

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Job ID: 484899895
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025

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