Restaurant Cook

Saks Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,717 - 34,646; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discount

Job summary

Saks Global is seeking candidates for a culinary position that involves maintaining retail restaurant operations, coordinating food production, and managing inventory. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Applicants should be ready to uphold high health and sanitation standards while working in a dynamic environment. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a culinary environment.
• Capable of lifting and carrying 35 pounds.
• Open to working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce food items for daily menus and special events.
• Control daily and weekly inventories.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment.

Skills

Team awareness of inventory cost

Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization

Strong communication with team members

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and Retail‑tainment initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world’s top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. It serves customers across its 36 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Saks Global’s portfolio of world‑class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

What You Will Do

• Maintain an active role in the smoothness and efficiency of retail restaurant operations by producing and coordinating the production of food items needed for daily menus and special events
• Control daily and weekly inventories
• Maintain team awareness of inventory cost and profitability through proper use of production, build‑to, and order sheets
• Checks in with supervisor for any special preparation needed before starting normal kitchen task
• Perform job responsibilities normally associated with those of a cook, including:
  • Coordinate production of daily menu items using menu count and production (or build‑to sheets) to help control waste
  • Check inventory of all menus
  • Communicate supply needs for production with head cook
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area keeping in mind all health and sanitation standards to assure integrity of food products
  • Maintain equipment daily and report any malfunctions to designated Associate
  • Maintain flow of food orders by communicating with Associates promptly
  • Verify all special orders with designated Associate
  • Maintain production of menu items throughout the day, keeping up with supply demands and making serious efforts to avoid wasted items
  • Closes and sanitizes work area promptly according to health codes and gathers items required for next day’s production
• Communicate any supplies that need to be ordered to supervisor
• Uphold all Health and Sanitation standards as directed by Neiman Marcus, local Health Department, and 3rd party Sanitation auditors

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Win together mentality
• Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
• Associates must be available based on our needs, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Your Life And Career At Neiman Marcus

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi‑brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
• An amazing employee discount

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range $20.12 - $25.15

Options may affect starting pay within this range depending on market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Saks Global and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact the store. Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher‑cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job‑related factors.