At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live, and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

Individual contributor position responsible for assisting the Chef with food preparation and menu planning. Has oversight of front-line associates to ensure service standards are met. Creates an optimal customer service environment demonstrated by prompt service, quality food, and a clean and safe Foodservice Operation.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for general cooking duties in preparing food items (grill, stir-fry, etc.) for all production areas including Mobile Order Delivery.
• Prepares or directs preparation of catering menu items according to prescribed menus and recipes.
• Works with clients to develop menus according to food cost, sets up and breaks down caterings as needed.
• Oversees sanitation and food safety standards for each Café operation in Food Services department.
• Lead, engage, and develop teams, including training, coaching, and managing performance.
• Ensure cleanliness and high Food Safety standards in addition to handling of all food products and equipment.
• Assists with miscellaneous Café projects and BBW initiatives.
• Responsible for inventory management and ordering.
• Partners with Cook II’s to develop daily specials and/or price menus.
• Assists Chef Managers with the standardization and documentation of recipes.
• Oversight of multiple service stations and will lead the team in the presence or absence of Chef Managers.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality service.

Qualifications:

• Culinary Degree or associate's degree in related field preferred but not required.
• Food and safety sanitation certification preferred.

Core Competencies include:

• Lead with Curiosity & Humility.
• Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow.
• Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose.
• Observe, Engage & Connect.
• Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence.
• Deliver Business Results.

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices.

• Robust medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount.
• No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Access to family and lifestyle programs including childcare discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs.
• 40% merchandise discount and gratis.

• 3-5 years of culinary experience.
• 1-2 years of staff and business leadership experience preferred.
• Level II Serve Safe Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrated experience with inventory management and ordering.
• Culinary expertise in addition to customer service and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Learning agility, organization, and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.