Sous Chef - Employee Dining Room - The Cosmopolitan

MGM Resorts International

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sous Chef is a culinary leadership role responsible for food quality, operational excellence, and dining experiences in the Employee Dining Room at The Cosmopolitan. The role involves training and supporting kitchen staff, coordinating kitchen operations and schedules, assisting with purchasing and inventory, and working with management and service staff to address guest and employee needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 2 years of supervisory culinary leadership experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and support kitchen teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Understanding of food safety standards.
• Health Card required.
• Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a union or CBA environment is strongly preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train Master Cooks, Cooks, Pantry Workers, and Helpers on their job responsibilities.
• Ensure requisitions are processed properly and placed in the designated area.
• Label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Maintain knowledge of and understanding of the preparation of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
• Ensure superior food quality and take action to correct irregularities.
• Communicate with management and service staff to fulfill and address issues or needs requested by guests and employees.
• Assist the Executive Chef with controlling purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists, and inventory of kitchen items.
• Prepare and administer the kitchen schedule.
• Assist the Executive Chef in establishing goals and objectives focused on profit, product, and people.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to support 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
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED