Executive Sous Chef DPrime - MGM Grand Detroit
About The Position
DPrime Steakhouse, the premier fine dining destination at MGM Grand Detroit, is seeking a visionary Executive Sous Chef to assist in leading our world-class kitchen team. In this pivotal leadership role, you will work hand-in-hand with the Executive Chef to drive operational and financial excellence, managing everything from inventory and labor productivity to hand-crafting exceptional culinary experiences. If you are a resilient culinary leader dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of health and sanitation, executing strategic food and beverage initiatives, and delivering an unforgettable, five-star guest experience, we invite you to step into the spotlight and help us move the needle in luxury hospitality.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Two years of prior relevant culinary management experience preferred
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing the 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.
- 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 with in all areas of kitchen.
- Responsible for completion of all company compliance training by the restaurant staff.
- Assist management with 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Health & Income Protection Benefits (For eligible employees)
- Various programs and networking opportunities to help you get promoted
- Access to a variety of company Hotel, Food and Beverage, Retail, and Entertainment Discounts
- Free access to our employee fitness center
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
