Line Cook - Bar Verde - The Grove

Nordstrom Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO accruals

Holidays

Merchandise Discount

401k

Disability insurance

Job summary

Nordstrom Inc. is seeking a line cook in the Los Angeles area who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on consistent food preparation, adherence to recipe standards, and maintaining a safe kitchen by following proper handling and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include line setup, cooking, cleanup, and adapting to varying weekly hours. The ideal candidate communicates clearly with customers and teammates and holds a valid food handler’s card where required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Successfully thrived in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule.
• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations.
• 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines.
• Complete kitchen tasks such as line setup, food preparation, cleanup and breakdown.

Skills

Clear communication

Thrives under pressure

Flexible schedule

Food handler card

Job description

The ideal line cook is motivated, results oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.

A day in the life…

• Prepare food items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards


• Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines


• Complete kitchen tasks such as line setup, food preparation, cleanup and breakdown


• The hours and schedule for this position will vary by week depending on business needs

You own this if you have…

• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers


• Successfully thrived in a fast-paced environment


• The ability to work a flexible schedule


• A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations


• 1+ year experience in food service/hospitality (preferred)

Pay Range Details

Pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$23.35 - $24.30 Hourly

We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision


• Dental


• Retirement


• Paid Time Away


• Life Insurance


• Disability


• Merchandise Discount


• EAP Resources


• 401k


• Medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options


• PTO accruals


• Holidays


• and more

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.

Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.

HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community.

Come on! Join us!