Line Cook - Marketplace Cafe - Bellevue Square
Posted on December 22, 2025
Nordstrom is a leading fashion retailer known for its exceptional customer service, quality products, and vibrant workplace culture. Established as a multi-channel retailer, Nordstrom offers clothing, shoes, accessories, and beauty products, focusing on delivering a superior shopping experience to its customers through its stores and online platforms. The company values diversity, inclusion, and employee development, making it a sought-after employer in the retail and hospitality sectors. Nordstrom emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and community engagement, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and grow professionally.
The line cook position at Nordstrom is an essential role within the restaurant or food service division of this renowned retailer. The ideal candidate for this role is motivated, results-oriented, and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. As a line cook, you will be responsible for preparing food items consistently and adhering to all recipe standards, ensuring the quality and taste meet Nordstrom's high expectations. Maintaining a safe working environment is critical, which involves using proper food handling skills and following food safety guidelines strictly.
Your daily tasks will include line setup, food preparation, cleanup, and kitchen breakdown, requiring excellent multitasking abilities and a strong commitment to teamwork. The hours and schedule for this position will vary by week depending on business needs, offering flexibility and diversity in your work experience. This role demands clear and professional communication with customers and coworkers, thriving in fast-paced environments, and adapting to changing demands. A food handler’s card is required where local and state regulations mandate it.
Nordstrom is dedicated to supporting its employees through comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay ranging from $26.55 to $27.65, and opportunities for performance-based incentives or bonuses. This compensation reflects Nordstrom’s commitment to acknowledging the valuable contributions of their food service staff. Working at Nordstrom means joining a company that not only prioritizes customer satisfaction but also focuses heavily on employee well-being and growth.
With over a year of preferred experience in food service or hospitality, you will bring your passion for quality cooking and teamwork to a dynamic environment that values professionalism, safety, and customer engagement. Whether you are setting up the line, preparing dishes to perfection, or ensuring the cleanliness and order of the kitchen, you will be an integral part of delivering the high standards associated with the Nordstrom brand.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1+ year of food service or hospitality experience preferred
- Food handler's card where required
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible availability
- Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards