Chef - Bazille - Domain Northside
Posted on October 24, 2025
Nordstrom is a renowned upscale department store known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and a curated shopping experience. This prestigious retail company has a strong reputation for emphasizing employee development and maintaining an inclusive work environment where employees are valued as the most important asset. Nordstrom operates not only in retail but also offers exceptional dining experiences within their establishments, merging high standards of service with excellent food preparation. Nordstrom's restaurant team embodies the same values, offering a blend of culinary tradition and creativity in a full-service, upscale environment.
As a Chef at Nordstrom's Restaurant team, you will have the opportunity to play a dual role as both a culinary expert and an artist in the kitchen. This position is full-time and salaried, with an annual pay range between $48,000 and $77,000, reflecting the candidate's experience, knowledge, and location. Additionally, the role may include performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, featuring medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as paid time off and retirement plans.
In this role, you will complete an extensive Manager in Training program designed to equip you with all the necessary skills to run a successful kitchen operation. You will lead the kitchen team in preparing dishes from scratch using Nordstrom's tried and true recipes and develop weekly specials that align with the restaurant's high culinary standards. Beyond food preparation, you will be responsible for training, motivating, and developing the kitchen staff while aligning efforts with business goals such as process improvements, operational efficiency, profitability, and strict compliance with company procedures.
Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen organization is crucial, as you will ensure the kitchen consistently meets the 'white glove' cleanliness test. Your role requires strong communication skills, a passion for quality food and exceptional customer service, and an ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work setting. You must be adaptable to flexible work schedules and possess a valid food handler's card where applicable.
Nordstrom values the growth of their employees and supports career development within the company, making this position ideal for those who have experience in upscale full-service restaurant management and who aspire to elevate their culinary leadership skills. The Chef role is integral to Nordstrom’s commitment to providing guests with an outstanding dining experience that complements their exceptional retail offerings, thereby contributing to the overall brand experience.
This position offers employees a chance to work within a respected brand culture that takes pride in diversity, inclusion, and community support while providing comprehensive benefits that cater to employees' needs and wellbeing. Nordstrom also complies with legal hiring practices including conducting background checks and accommodating applicants with disabilities.
- 2+ years experience in full-service upscale restaurant management
- Passion and knowledge about quality food and customer service
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Basic accounting proficiency
- Ability to thrive under fast-paced conditions
- Flexible schedule availability
- Food handler's card valid per local and state regulations