Chef - Marketplace Café - The Mall at Short Hills
Nordstrom•Short Hills, NJ
•$58,000 - $89,000•Onsite
About The Position
As a chef on Nordstrom’s Restaurant team at the Marketplace Café, you’ll combine kitchen leadership and culinary creativity. You’ll complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program covering the operation of a successful kitchen, lead scratch cooking of established recipes and weekly specials, and train and develop kitchen staff while supporting business goals. You’ll also maintain a clean, guest-ready 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.
- Strong 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 preparing established recipes from scratch and creating weekly specials.
- Train, motivate, and develop kitchen staff.
- Support 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 benefits.
- Retirement benefits, including a 401(k).
- Paid time away and PTO accruals.
- Life insurance and disability insurance options.
- Merchandise discount.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources.
- Holidays.
- May be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
