Sous Chef - MGM Grand Detroit
About The Position
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. Are you ready to take your culinary leadership to the next level in a high-volume, purpose-driven environment? Our Culinary team is searching for a passionate, organized Sous Chef to assist in leading the kitchen execution in our Employee Dining Room (EDR)! Here backstage, you will play a vital role in taking care of our most important asset—our team members. You will assist in leading the daily preparation and service of diverse, wholesome, and high-quality meals—from rotating hot entrées and balanced health-forward stations to classic comfort favorites—ensuring our front-of-house and backstage teams are energized to deliver world-class hospitality.
Requirements
- Two years of similar food and beverage, chef, and cooking experience
- Ability to work a varied shift to include weekends, holidays, and evenings
Nice To Haves
- Culinary associate's degree or equivalent work experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee product consistency and make necessary modifications according to business needs
- Multifaceted decision making in collaboration with the Chef and Department Executives, including but not limited to proper ordering, guest assistance, and working with the front of the house
- Manage employee payroll, scheduling, training, and discipline
- Conduct training for Master cooks, cooks, pantry workers, helpers and kitchen workers on job responsibilities
- Assist Executive Room Chef by controlling food and labor costs, establish goals, and objectives that focus on profit, product and people
- Assist in overseeing kitchen-related activities pertaining to the normal operation of the restaurant, menu and staff
- Create, read, measure and execute recipes and new daily specials
Benefits
- Health & Income Protection Benefits (For eligible employees)
- Various programs and networking opportunities to help you get promoted
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking
- Free access to our employee fitness center
- 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
- Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
