The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB

The primary responsibility of the Executive Sous Chef is to oversee the daily kitchen operations, ensuring the seamless execution of high-quality food preparation and service. This role includes managing and mentoring kitchen staff, maintaining strict health and sanitation standards, controlling inventory, and contributing to menu development. The Executive Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to achieve operational goals and enhance the overall dining experience for guests.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

Lead and oversee daily restaurant kitchen operations, fiscal budgets, labor productivity, scheduling, inventory control, guest service standards, and execution and development of menu strategies to produce short-term profitability. Execute on the restaurant’s business plan and assist Executive Chef with developing and executing tactics to achieve goals and targets.

Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, training programs, directives, menus, rules and regulations for the restaurant staff. Owns restaurant’s execution of F&B and/or company-wide initiatives and programs. Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation and cleanliness within all areas of kitchen. Responsible for completion of all company compliance training by the restaurant staff.

Assist Executive Chef with managing Human Resources responsibilities for Restaurant to include: creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback (coaching and counseling), recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction; quality hiring, training and succession planning process that encompass the company’s diversity commitment; adherence to the company’s status quo third party representation philosophy; compliance with company policies, legal requirements, employment law, and collective bargaining agreements.

Interacts with guests to ensure satisfaction and enjoyment of dining experience. Reacts to any guest complaints and takes any appropriate action. Work alongside the service team to ensure a seamless service experience between kitchen and dining room.

Maintains excellent knowledge of venue’s food & beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform duties.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Food Handler’s card

2 + years of experience in a kitchen leadership role in a high-volume fine dining environment

Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement

Strong leadership skills to promote a positive team environment and provide performance feedback

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

Free meals in our employee dining room

Free parking on and off-shift at all MGM Resorts properties

Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

Professional and personal development opportunities through employee programs and network groups

Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION:

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!