Sous Chef – High-Volume Scratch Kitchen | Tommy Bahama Scottsdale

Ready to take your culinary career to the next level?

Tommy Bahama Scottsdale is looking for a passionate, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our high-volume, scratch kitchen. This is a true leadership role where you’ll mentor your team, sharpen your craft, and grow with a brand that’s expanding nationwide.

You’ll work in a fun, professional, fast-paced environment with a team that genuinely supports each other — all while serving vibrant, island-inspired food that guests love. If you thrive in structured kitchens, enjoy developing cooks, and want real career advancement, this is your next move.

📍 Why Scottsdale?

Our Scottsdale location sits in one of Arizona’s most vibrant dining and lifestyle hubs — known for:

Year-round sunshine ☀️

Busy tourist traffic and strong local following

High-energy dining scene

Great work-life balance compared to major metros

Upscale guests who appreciate quality food and service

It’s a high-volume restaurant with consistent business, making it a perfect spot for a Sous Chef who wants stability, strong systems, and room to grow into an Executive Sous OR Executive Chef role down the line.


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.
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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
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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
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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.

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.