Gourmet Food Runner - Yellowtail - Bellagio

MGM Resorts International

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Gourmet Food Runner at Yellowtail inside the Bellagio, you will support a world-class dining destination serving innovative dishes inspired by traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. You will help create exceptional guest experiences by delivering orders accurately and professionally, maintaining impeccable table presentations, and anticipating guests’ needs. Working both front-of-house and behind the scenes, you will support the service team, maintain cleanliness, complete side duties, and help ensure a seamless dining experience.

The role also involves welcoming guests, using menu and service knowledge to guide selections, responding to inquiries about hotel services and local attractions, maintaining tables using a silent service approach, and accurately itemizing bills and securing payment. Successful completion of the Restaurant Training Program and testing is required. The starting rate is $14.85 per hour plus tips.

Requirements

• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Have a positive mindset and ability to adapt to change.
• Be passionate about hospitality and eager to learn and grow in a fine dining environment.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of prior relevant experience in a similar gourmet restaurant.
• Prior work experience in Japanese cuisine.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and use knowledge of the menu, guest preferences, service, and selling techniques to guide selections.
• Know menu items, prices, preparation methods and times, ingredients, and standards for taste, appearance, texture, temperature, portion size, garnish, and presentation.
• Be familiar with hotel services, features, local attractions, and activities to respond accurately to guest inquiries.
• Maintain table cleanliness and use a silent service approach.
• Itemize bills correctly and secure payment efficiently.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency.
• Work as a team and assist with guest and employee needs and inquiries.
• Successfully complete the Restaurant Training Program and testing.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs supporting physical and mental health.
• Company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts, plus partner discounts on travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in the employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Health and income protection benefits for eligible employees.
• Professional and personal development programs, networking opportunities, and community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed