Lead Chef & Kitchen Manager in Training

Nordstrom, Inc.; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a chef on our Restaurant team in Short Hills, NJ. You will participate in a Manager in Training program while leading a kitchen, preparing scratch dishes, and developing staff to meet business goals of efficiency and profitability.

The role requires 2+ years in upscale restaurant management, a passion for quality food, strong communication skills, and flexibility in scheduling. A food handler’s card may be required by local regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in full-service upscale restaurant management.
• Passion for quality food and exceptional customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communications; basic accounting skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with flexible scheduling.
• A food handler’s card required by local/state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete a Manager in Training program covering kitchen operations.
• Lead kitchen crew in scratch cooking and weekly specials.
• Train, motivate and develop staff while aligning with business goals.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and meet white glove standards.

Skills

Restaurant management

Customer service

Communication skills

Accounting basics

Flexibility

Food handler card

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a chef on our Restaurant team in Short Hills, NJ. You will participate in a Manager in Training program while leading a kitchen, preparing scratch dishes, and developing staff to meet business goals of efficiency and profitability.

The role requires 2+ years in upscale restaurant management, a passion for quality food, strong communication skills, and flexibility in scheduling. A food handler’s card may be required by local regulations.