Fine Dining Cook II DPrime - MGM Grand Detroit
About The Position
Join the culinary team at a premier high-end steakhouse within MGM Grand Detroit as a Fine Dining Cook II, where you’ll craft exceptional dishes in a fast-paced, upscale environment. In this role, you’ll prepare and execute à la carte menu items across multiple stations using advanced cooking techniques, maintain flawless presentation standards, and ensure smooth ticket flow during service. You’ll collaborate closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an outstanding guest experience while upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and professionalism.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of food production/preparation experience in a similar high-volume restaurant setting preferred
Nice To Haves
- Previous Culinary training or vocational certification preferred
- Food production/preparation experience in a three-diamond rated property or above (AAA Diamond Rating) preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepares meals and other food items according to assignment by the Specialty Sous Chef or Restaurant Chef at assigned Sauté, Entrée, Wheel, Salad/Pantry, Appetizer, or Add-On fine dining stations in accordance with fine dining standards and guest requests.
- Works in an ala carte setting with the ability to monitor and control ticket flow and continuity of service.
- Uses recipes and a variety of kitchen equipment to roast, broil, sauté, bake, boil, blanch, braise, fry, sear, and steam food to prepare and reheat soups, salads, sauces, dressings, and other food items.
- Plate meals or other food items in accordance with plate presentation specifications.
- Informs supervisor of any irregularities occurring within the food preparation operation.
- Maintains clean and sanitary work areas throughout the meal period or working shift.
- Maintains a constant awareness of safety and accident prevention, immediately notifying the supervisor and completing an accident report in the event an accident occurs.
- Ensures food prep areas and related floor areas are properly clean and safe at all times from any spills or mess that have been created by self or others.
Benefits
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to a variety of company Hotel, Food and Beverage, Retail, and Entertainment Discounts
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free access to our employee fitness center
- Free parking while on shift
- Various programs and networking opportunities to help you get promoted
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
