Mgr Restaurant Chef Fashion Valley- San Diego, CA

Nordstrom•San Diego, CA

About The Position

As a chef on Nordstrom’s Restaurant team, the Manager Restaurant Chef serves in a dual role combining kitchen leadership and culinary creativity. The position includes completing a comprehensive Manager in Training program covering the operation of a successful kitchen, leading scratch cooking of established recipes and preparing weekly specials. The manager trains, motivates, and develops kitchen staff while supporting business goals such as process improvement, growth, efficiency, profitability, and compliance with company procedures. The role also ensures the kitchen is clean and ready to meet high standards. The position is based at Fashion Valley in San Diego, California. The listed California pay range is $55,500–$89,000 annually; pay offers depend on location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The position may be eligible for performance-based incentives or bonuses. Nordstrom offers a range of benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

At least 2 years of full-service, upscale restaurant management experience.
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 prepare weekly specials.
Train, motivate, and develop kitchen staff.
Focus on process improvement, growth, efficiency, profitability, and compliance with company procedures.
Keep the kitchen clean and ready to meet high standards.