Chef - Marketplace Café - Old Orchard Center

Nordstrom • Skokie, IL

20h

About The Position

As a chef on Nordstrom’s Restaurant team, you will combine kitchen leadership and creativity. You will complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program covering the operation of a successful kitchen, then lead the kitchen crew in preparing scratch-made recipes and weekly specials. You will develop the kitchen staff and help meet business goals, including process improvement, growth, efficiency, profitability, and compliance with company procedures. You will also maintain a clean kitchen that meets high standards.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in full-service, upscale restaurant management.
• Passion for and knowledge of quality food and exceptional customer service.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic accounting skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work a flexible schedule.
• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program covering the operation of a successful kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking established recipes and preparing weekly specials.
• Train, motivate, and develop kitchen staff.
• Focus on process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability, and compliance with company procedures.
• Keep the kitchen clean and ready to meet high standards.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options.
• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k).
• Paid time away, including PTO accruals and holidays.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Merchandise discount.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources.
• May be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed