Assistant Chef, Catering & Banquets — Menu & Prep Lead

Resorts World Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts World Las Vegas is seeking an Assistant Chef to lead culinary teams and translate concept into dining experiences at Mulberry Street Pizzeria. You will supervise staff, develop menus, and ensure high standards of quality in a fast-paced luxury environment.

Responsibilities include inventory control, cost management, sanitation, and staff training. Strong English communication and prior leadership in a resort kitchen are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of cooking and SNHD standards.
• Advanced knowledge of principles and practices within the culinary field.
• Working knowledge in meeting and exceeding VIP guests’ requests and preparing custom menu items on short notice.
• Ability to write routine reports, purchase orders, menus, and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of property management applications (e.g., Purchasing Systems, Kronos, HotSOS).
• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow company and department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new menu items.
• Assist with budgeting labor and cost centers through proper planning and execution.
• Oversee weekly and monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies.
• Assist with food prep, station cooking, and expo of food when necessary.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and receiving for both front-of-house and back-of-house products.
• Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
• Uphold menu standards and maintain presentation quality.
• Assist with conducting daily line-ups and/or pre-shift meetings.
• Conduct scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members.
• Ensure team members adhere to company guidelines as stated in the training manual and handbook.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Ensure all company core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Use personal device or cellular phone for job-related operational tasks and review of company documents.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Skills

Cooking knowledge

SNHD standards

VIP guest service

Labor management

Inventory management

English fluency

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years culinary/operational experience

2 years operational management experience

Must be 21+ years old

TAM Card / SNHD Manager Health Card

ServeSafe Certification

Tools

Purchasing Systems

Kronos

HotSOS

Job description

Resorts World Las Vegas is seeking an Assistant Chef to lead culinary teams and translate concept into dining experiences at Mulberry Street Pizzeria. You will supervise staff, develop menus, and ensure high standards of quality in a fast-paced luxury environment.

Responsibilities include inventory control, cost management, sanitation, and staff training. Strong English communication and prior leadership in a resort kitchen are essential for success in this role.