Manager Restaurant Chef

NEIMAN MARCUS GROUP Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) has been the premier destination for luxury fashion and goods, superior service, and an elevated retail experience for more than a century. Today, 9,000 associates contribute to the success of NMG's brands: Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Last Call, and Horchow. There are 38 full-line Neiman Marcus stores in cosmopolitan markets across the United States and a sophisticated digital platform that attracts shoppers worldwide. Bergdorf Goodman operates two stores in landmark locations on Fifth Avenue in New York City and BergdorfGoodman.com, catering to loyal luxury customers globally. NMG also owns five Last Call stores and Horchow.com, an e-commerce site that offers premium furniture and home decor.
As an organization, NMG is on a transformational journey to become the preeminent luxury customer platform. NMG continues to deliver the best integrated customer experience and has evolved the business to succeed in the ever-changing retail landscape. NMG is a relationship business. What differentiates the organization from other luxury retailers are its unique assets: a strong store footprint, the most knowledgeable associates, an engaging online experience, solid brand partnerships, innovative digital and in-store experiences, the most loyal luxury customer base, and a strong balance sheet.
Our customers will always be at the center of everything NMG does. The company continues to reinvest in new technologies that enhance the customer experience. NMG meets customers where they are. NMG's goal is to offer customers a seamless experience across its stores, online, and remote digital selling.
NMG's priority is to develop a highly engaged and high-performing team where everyone belongs. The business attracts and retains best-in-class talent through unique offerings provided to associates in addition to standard employer benefits. These include an innovative way of working, associate discounts on merchandise, tuition reimbursement, associate hardship fund, and paid time off to volunteer, to name a few. 
As part of NMG's Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) work, the organization is focused on driving its core value of being "All Heart." NMG is also assessing its current environmental and social impact while developing a three-year plan to lead the luxury industry in its commitment and transparency to environmental and social sustainability. NMG strives to become an employer of choice, driven by a culture of Belonging. A dedicated team focuses on this journey, directly impacting how NMG conducts business throughout the workforce, workplace, and marketplace dimensions.
NMG has incredibly passionate and committed corporate and store associates. NMG offers associates an environment where everyone feels welcomed, nurtured, and empowered. Our associates are the heart of NMG. As an organization, NMG leads with love – love for customers, love for associates, and love for brand partners.
Summary Statement: A Restaurant Manager / Chef promotes the excellence of a Neiman Marcus store by building a professional team, driving top-tier guest experiences through quality food and outstanding customer service, managing catering and special events, and overseeing key Restaurant initiatives. Responsibilities & Duties Restaurant Strategy & Administration Monitors and documents daily food inventories to minimize food waste, yielding resources to work towards proper food costs
Maintains sufficient skills and knowledge for all kitchen roles to fill in for positions as needed
Maintains all Health and Sanitation standards as directed by NMG, local and federal health departments, and third-party sanitation auditors
Checks each Cook's station daily to monitor preparation readiness for service
Oversees maintenance of excellent quality and cleanliness across all dining rooms and kitchens
Oversees adherence to Health and Safety standards in work areas
Drives restaurant to achieve and maintain a 90% score or better on seasonal shop reports and sanitation evaluations
Upkeeps current recipe book daily detailing specials, soups, and daily menu items
Works closely with front waitstaff to support smoothly-running kitchen operations
Creates and executes all daily specials and soups by teaching each designated kitchen station roles
Monitors, organizes, and expedites all plates leaving the kitchen
Maintains current and accurate paperwork from POS reports while monitoring restaurant success compared to the bottom line
Manages inventory amounts, batch invoices, and month-end forecasts
Works with supervisor to order food and supplies in accordance with Corporate Purchasing Contracts
Monitors daily food costs to maintain planned food cost percentages
Monitors plating to consistently deliver plates according to set specifications
Trains (or allocates training for) kitchen workers in respective areas of responsibility
Partners with Human Resources on coaching and counseling of kitchen Associates
Works closely with supervisor on catering needs of special events
Drives a professional and courteous environment in all dining rooms
Maintains an active role in the front dining room procedures, driving team to maintain an efficient work environment both inside and outside of the kitchen
Plans, executes, and / or supports special promotions and events for restaurant
Maintains a professional, courteous kitchen environment (e.g., uniform upkeep, employee relations)
Executes food and supplies orders in accordance with Corporate Purchasing Contracts
Maintains close, professional relationship with all restaurant vendors
Keeps menus current by maintaining personal knowledge (e.g., reading cookbooks, magazines, and food journals)
Oversees menu pricing, maintaining set percentages
Associate Development Enforces Neiman Marcus policies and procedures
Responsible for coaching and counseling direct reports
Oversees restaurant Associates in completing daily tasks
Provides feedback, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action for Associates
Works with Human Resources Manager on matters relevant to Associates (e.g., training, payroll, benefits)
Provides feedback, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action for Associates
Communications Communicates daily with restaurant management team regarding scheduling, profit and loss reports, upcoming events, and any employee-related concerns
Communicates effectively and daily with all culinary team members and dish crew
Partners with Regional Director of Restaurants to ensure store is running smoothly
Provides relevant updates in weekly department manager meeting
Relays relevant news concerning the restaurant to other department managers
Relays pertinent information and updates to restaurant staff
Qualifications 4-6 years of relevant experience
4-year degree preferred
Proven track record achieving business results
History of leading, motivating, and coaching teams to achieve objectives
Basic financial acumen
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively and tactfully advise, counsel, coach, resolve conflict, and negotiate within all levels of an organization
Thorough knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings (e.g., china, glass, flatware), food, and beverage as indicated by the kitchen ticket and the guidebook
Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
"Win together" mentality
Basic proficiency with MS Office Product Suite, advanced proficiency preferred
Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
Associates must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays
Competencies
Passion for People Creates and maintains an environment of trust and collaboration by encouraging team members to share feedback and make recommendations for improvement
Resolves conflicts as soon as they arise, finding common ground and settling disputes fairly and with minimal disruption
Structures messages in a clear logical manner using the most appropriate communication medium
Responsible for the performance and career development of direct reports
Actively recruits and hires quality talent to add to team, planning for and creating talent bench
Trains and develops quality talent by supporting team members in identifying career development goals and opportunities for growth and exposure
Evaluates and calibrates performance fairly and provides feedback with consistent follow-up
Assures that rewards are tied to objectives and requirements
Promotes a positive environment of achievement, recognition, and celebration
Serves as a role model by establishing and adhering to high ethical standards
Leads team in appropriately enforcing policies and procedures, ensuring understanding from all Associates
Speaks with truth and candor, modeling how to challenge the status quo appropriately
Empowers and coaches team to take ownership of internal and external customer problems and resolve them quickly
Creates a gracious and welcoming environment for internal and external customers as well as other partners
Passion for Business Stays informed of business drivers, industry trends, and competitors, applying knowledge to identify and pursue new opportunities
Establishes well-thought-out plans and manages execution of plans, anticipating and adjusting for risks and roadblocks
Tracks progress against departmental strategies to execute properly and successfully
Proactively shares information, best practices, and new ideas with team to improve business and performance
Demonstrates strong decision-making skills (e.g., problem definition, data analysis, hypothesis testing, asking for input)
Uses critical thinking skills to analyze problems and to recommend viable solutions
Personally champions change initiatives, explaining benefits and challenges of change to team and others impacted
Passion for Personal Growth Continuously builds skills and knowledge through training, coaching, and career experiences
Demonstrates a working knowledge and appreciation of the NMG business and the fashion industry
Conveys energy and enthusiasm for NMG and personal work
Adapts personal approach in response to diverse situations and people
Responds to unexpected changes in work environment with creativity and resilience
Establishes and upholds high personal standards for individual work and environment
Maintains a customer-centric mentality versus a solely store-centric one
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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties, responsibilities, or activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Information
Posting Date: Apr 4, 2024
Overtime Status: Exempt
Minimum Pay Range $: 70000
Maximum Pay Range $: 95000