Aloha!
We are hiring a head chef or a sous chef at our Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar in Queens Marketplace! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of our brand, representing the season’s stylish trends. We look for those who are passionate about growth as we offer a variety of rewarding positions, from sales to management. Come join us, share knowledge on latest designs and provide guest with world class service!
If you, or anyone else you know, is interested, feel free to apply here: https://oxford.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TommyBahamaUS?q=marlin%20bar&locations=0209b5ce02e44c979a09da7462700aff
Or, you can reply to this post with a PDF resume. Walk-ins are also welcome!
Job Description
This position is for our new Marlin Bar in Queens Marketplace scheduled to open in Q4 2025. Training will take place at the Mauna Lani Restaurant.
LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE
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!
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; develop/streamline restaurant processes with Executive Chef when necessary
Build the perfect oasis – Provide constructive performance feedback to kitchen teammates while practicing open, authentic dialogue with the restaurant team
Support your crew – Maintain appropriate staff levels based on projected sales and business needs in partnership with the Executive Chef
Proactive in Paradise – Assist Executive Chef with daily, weekly, and monthly specials and menu development
ESSENTIALS FOR LIFE IN PARADISE
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
You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or similar preferred
Willingness to perform other duties as required that are necessary to support the business
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
Bending/stooping/kneeling required – frequently
Routine standing for duration of shift
Maneuvering the following types of equipment or machinery:
Hand cart, blenders, knives, slices, wine keys and other tools listed in training manual
Scheduled shifts determined by business needs
Pay Rate: 80,000 - 85,000 annually
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. 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 recruiter@tommybahama.com.