Assistant Chef - Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Resorts World Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts World Las Vegas is seeking an Assistant Chef to apply extensive kitchen experience to realize the Famous Foods concept. The role involves developing new menu items, managing labor budgets, and overseeing inventories while ensuring health code compliance and high presentation standards.

The candidate should lead and mentor staff, handle VIP requests, and maintain consistent quality across stations. Strong English communication and availability for varied shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years within culinary or related operational experience.
• At least two years of directly related operational management experience.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• TAM Card and SNHD Manager Health Card licenses are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new menu items such as specials and new entrees.
• Assist with managing budgeted labor and other cost centers through proper planning and execution.
• Oversee 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 health code regulations.
• Uphold menu standards and maintain presentation quality.
• Lead daily line-ups and pre-shift meetings.
• Conduct meetings to ensure open lines of communication between management and staff.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and department rules.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Lead and mentor a team.

Skills

Pizza making

SNHD standards

Culinary knowledge

VIP guest service

Reports writing

PMS systems

Fast-paced environment

English communication

Mentoring team

Policy compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kronos

HotSOS

Purchasing Systems

Job description

Resorts World Las Vegas is seeking an Assistant Chef to apply extensive kitchen experience to realize the Famous Foods concept. The role involves developing new menu items, managing labor budgets, and overseeing inventories while ensuring health code compliance and high presentation standards.

The candidate should lead and mentor staff, handle VIP requests, and maintain consistent quality across stations. Strong English communication and availability for varied shifts are essential.