Executive Chef Pastry - Bakery - MGM Grand

MGM Resorts • Las Vegas, NV

22h

About The Position

It is the responsibility of Executive Pastry Chef to direct and manage all bake shop operations and employees on a 24-hour basis, assuring the proper preparation of all baked items.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience and at least 2 years of prior relevant experience in restaurant or hospitality operations.
• They have previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement and have worked in a high-volume restaurant and/or a luxury or fine-dining environment.
• They are comfortable leading and managing employees across varied shifts and have the flexibility to work a dynamic schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, while maintaining strong operational and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality and proper presentation of food and drives the customer relation management system by ensuring that all such orders are handled correctly
• Work closely with Executive Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs to establish and maintain control of the standards for purchasing and receiving items
• Utilize extensive knowledge on menu development and completion to plan, implement menu design and create suitable dishes with standard recipes in conjunction with the Executive Chef and F&B Director
• Communicate with chefs, management, employees and guest efficiently with proper reporting, and meetings
• Maintains budgeted labor costs as well as potential food cost by forecasting volume to maximum profitability by avoiding over/under production.
• Understands and utilize Stratton Warren system properly for purchasing, release orders and cost transfers
• Maintains a hygiene level above that required by the local Health Department and ensures that food sanitation, safety and proper food handling functions are practiced on a daily basis

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive