Interim Sous Chef - Café Bistro - Los Cerritos Center

Nordstrom•Cerritos, CA

1d•$48,000 - $77,000

About The Position

As a chef on the Restaurant team, this role plays a dual role as part kitchen genius and part artist. The position involves completing a comprehensive Manager in Training program to learn the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen. The company, Nordstrom, is a fast-moving fashion company founded in 1901, built on a heritage of service. It aims to provide convenience and true connection for customers, empowering employees to be innovative, creative, and focused on excellent service. Nordstrom is committed to leaving the world better than it was found, rewarding great work, promoting from within, and celebrating diversity. The company values being customer obsessed, owners at heart, curious and ever changing, here to win, and extending themselves to create a welcoming environment.

Requirements

2+ years in full service, upscale restaurant management
Passion and knowledge about quality food and exceptional customer service
Solid written and verbal communications skills, as well as basic accounting skills
Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations

Responsibilities

Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen
Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our tried and true recipes, while also preparing weekly specials
Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while also focusing on the business goals of process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability and compliance with company procedures
Make sure the kitchen sparkles and is always ready to pass the white glove test