Lead Chef & Kitchen Manager - Upscale

Nordstrom, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 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. in California is seeking a chef on our Restaurant team to blend kitchen expertise with artistic vision. You will lead the kitchen and contribute to menu development.

The role requires hands-on leadership, training staff, ensuring quality, profitability, and compliance with company procedures, while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

This full-time position offers comprehensive Nordstrom benefits and opportunities to grow within a hospitality-forward culture.

Qualifications

• 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

• Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our recipes and weekly specials.
• Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while focusing on business goals.
• Ensure the kitchen is compliant with company procedures and pass the white glove test.

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. in California is seeking a chef on our Restaurant team to blend kitchen expertise with artistic vision. You will lead the kitchen and contribute to menu development.

The role requires hands-on leadership, training staff, ensuring quality, profitability, and compliance with company procedures, while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

This full-time position offers comprehensive Nordstrom benefits and opportunities to grow within a hospitality-forward culture.