Sous Chef - Bazille - Valley Fair

Nordstrom is a leading luxury department store chain known for its outstanding customer service, high-quality merchandise, and commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience. Established over a century ago, Nordstrom has grown into a nationally recognized retail brand with a strong reputation for excellence in fashion and lifestyle offerings. The company emphasizes employee development, diversity, and a positive work environment to ensure that every team member can contribute to its success while growing their own careers. As a major player in the retail sector, Nordstrom operates numerous stores across the United States, focusing on premium brands and personalized customer interactions. This role is based in Nordstrom's restaurant team, where the fusion of culinary artistry and business acumen meets to deliver exceptional dining experiences to guests. Nordstrom’s dedication to quality extends not only to its products and customer service but also to its workplace culture, which includes comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation packages. The annual pay range for the Chef position is between $51,500 and $84,000, and it may be supplemented with performance-based incentives or bonuses. Employees also benefit from a robust suite of insurance options, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Chef position at Nordstrom is both creative and managerial, requiring someone who is not just a kitchen expert but also a leader and innovator. This role involves completing a comprehensive Manager in Training program, which provides an in-depth understanding of what it takes to run a successful kitchen within a high-end retail restaurant setting. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team in preparing scratch-made dishes using established recipes while also crafting new weekly specials to keep the menu exciting and fresh. Beyond cooking, the Chef is responsible for training, motivating, and developing the kitchen staff, ensuring that they operate efficiently and align with the company’s business goals, such as process improvements, profitability, and compliance with established procedures. Maintaining an immaculate kitchen environment is critical, meeting the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation to pass the white glove test at all times. This role demands the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to a flexible work schedule, with a passion for quality food and exceptional customer service. Strong communication and basic accounting skills are essential, as well as holding a valid food handler’s card where required. Nordstrom values experienced professionals with at least two years in full-service upscale restaurant management who are enthusiastic about delivering a superior dining experience. Working at Nordstrom means joining a company that values its employees as its most important asset, offering comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits along with life insurance, disability coverage, merchandise discounts, and employee assistance programs. This role is ideal for a culinary professional looking to advance in a reputed company that combines luxury retail with culinary excellence while supporting employees with a range of benefits and development opportunities.