Neiman Marcus Restaurant Manager / Sous Chef
- Location
- Beverly HillsCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $70,915–88,644/year
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
Neiman Marcus seeks a Restaurant Manager / Sous Chef in Beverly Hills to lead culinary operations, oversee kitchen staff, and manage food service excellence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor and document daily food inventories to minimize waste and maintain proper food costs
- Maintain sufficient skills and knowledge across all kitchen roles to provide coverage as needed
- Ensure compliance with all Health and Sanitation standards as mandated by Neiman Marcus Group, local and federal health departments, and third-party auditors
- Check each cook's station daily to monitor preparation readiness for service
- Oversee maintenance of excellent quality and cleanliness across all dining rooms and kitchens
- Drive restaurant to achieve and maintain 90% or better scores on seasonal shop reports and sanitation evaluations
- Update and maintain current recipe book daily, detailing specials, soups, and menu items
- Create and execute all daily specials and soups by training designated kitchen station roles
- Monitor, organize, and expedite all plates leaving the kitchen to ensure consistency
- Manage inventory amounts, batch invoices, and month-end forecasts
- Work with supervisor to order food and supplies in accordance with Corporate Purchasing Contracts
- Monitor daily food costs to maintain planned food cost percentages
- Train kitchen workers in their respective areas of responsibility and allocate training as needed
- Partner with Human Resources on coaching and counseling of kitchen Associates
- Collaborate with supervisor on catering needs and special events
- Drive a professional and courteous environment in all dining rooms and kitchens
- Plan, execute, and support special promotions and events for the restaurant
- Maintain close, professional relationships with all restaurant vendors
- Communicate daily with restaurant management team regarding scheduling, P&L reports, and employee concerns
- Provide updates in weekly department manager meetings and relay pertinent information to restaurant staff
Qualifications
- 4–6 years of relevant culinary or restaurant management experience
- Proven track record of achieving business results
- History of successfully leading, motivating, and coaching teams to achieve objectives
- Thorough knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings, food, and beverage per service guidelines
- Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
- Basic proficiency with MS Office Product Suite, advanced proficiency preferred
Skills
Experience
4–6 years of relevant culinary or restaurant management experience in a fine dining, hospitality, or upscale retail food service environment.
Education
4-year degree preferred; culinary degree or hospitality management certification a plus.
Workplace
The role is situated in Beverly Hills, California, USA — conveniently close to Los Angeles.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 70,915 to USD 88,644 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital and accident insurance), employee discount.
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
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