Prep Cook - Ruscello - Southcenter

Nordstrom; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a prepcook to contribute to a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring consistent food preparation and adherence to recipes. The role emphasizes safety, proper handling, and teamwork in a dynamic retail-food environment.

Applicants should communicate clearly, adapt to varying schedules, and possess a food handler’s card where required. Prior food service experience is preferred, with a focus on reliability and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Clear and professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• A food handler’s card where required by local/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.
• The hours and schedule for this position will vary by week depending on business needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Flexible schedule

Food handler's card

Food service experience

Job description

Job Description

The ideal prepcook 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

The 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.

$27.20 - $28.30 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 and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. 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. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

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