Entry Level Area General Manager Jobs
New grad area general manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or demonstrated leadership in campus or volunteer roles can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Retail, with employers like Amazon, Truist, and Bank of America hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
As a chef on our Restaurant team, you’ll play a dual role — part kitchen genius, part artist. In this role, you’ll…
A day in the life…
- Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen
- Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our tried and true recipes, while also preparing weekly specials
- Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while also focusing on the business goals of process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability and compliance with company procedures
- Make sure the kitchen sparkles and is always ready to pass the white glove test
You own this if you have…
- Been there and done that for 2+ years in full service, upscale restaurant management
- Passion and knowledge about; quality food; and exceptional customer service
- Solid written and verbal communications skills, as well as basic accounting skills
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
California: $55,500 - $89,000 annually
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
Job Description
As a chef on our Restaurant team, you’ll play a dual role — part kitchen genius, part artist. In this role, you’ll…
A day in the life…
- Complete a comprehensive Manager in Training program that covers all the ins and outs of running a successful kitchen
- Lead the kitchen crew in scratch cooking our tried and true recipes, while also preparing weekly specials
- Train, motivate and develop the kitchen staff while also focusing on the business goals of process improvements, growth, efficiency, profitability and compliance with company procedures
- Make sure the kitchen sparkles and is always ready to pass the white glove test
You own this if you have…
- Been there and done that for 2+ years in full service, upscale restaurant management
- Passion and knowledge about; quality food; and exceptional customer service
- Solid written and verbal communications skills, as well as basic accounting skills
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment and embraced working a flexible schedule
- A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
California: $55,500 - $89,000 annually
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date.
© 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon74
- Truist26
- Bank of America20
- Optum12
- Thrivent Financial For Lutherans10
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- Healthcare & Medical Services28
- Retail12
- Investment & Asset Management10
- Food & Beverage7
Entry Level Area General Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level area general manager job?
Focus on roles that explicitly welcome candidates with limited experience, such as assistant manager or manager-in-training positions that feed into area-level responsibility. Highlight any internship, supervisory, or team-lead experience, even from campus organizations or part-time work. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate organizational skills, comfort with multi-site thinking, and a willingness to learn operational systems quickly.
Which companies hire entry level area general managers?
Companies hiring entry level area general managers right now include Amazon, Truist, and Bank of America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retailers, restaurant groups, logistics providers, and service franchises tend to hire the most at this level, often through structured manager-in-training or assistant manager pipelines.
Are there remote entry level area general manager jobs?
Yes, though most area general manager roles involve overseeing physical locations, so fully remote positions are less common than in other fields. About 11% of entry level area general manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in industries where territory oversight can be handled digitally, such as field sales or service coordination.
Are these new grad area general manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically notes that it accepts internship experience or a portfolio in place of full-time history, uses titles like manager-in-training or associate area manager, and does not require prior multi-unit management as a hard prerequisite.
Which industries hire the most entry level area general managers?
Entry Level area general manager roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate large networks of locations or territories that require a steady pipeline of new managers to support growth and coverage.