Banquet Cook - MGM National Harbor

MGM Resorts International; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Free meals

Free parking

Discounts with partners

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in National Harbor, MD, is seeking a Cook to deliver high-quality dishes and memorable guest experiences. You will work with front-of-house staff to ensure WOW moments and maintain standards by following recipes and safety protocols.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and delivering consistent hospitality in a fast-paced entertainment environment. Eligible employees receive comprehensive health, financial, and time-off benefits, plus free meals and parking.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Previous cook experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Craft menu items following recipes and standards.
• Maintain proper stocking, cleanliness, and sanitation of back-of-house areas.
• Follow food safety procedures to ensure guest safety.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team collaboration

Job description

National Harbor, Maryland

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.

The Job

As a Cook, you will be responsible for setting the stage for an excellent guest experience by using your culinary techniques. You’ll provide high-quality food to guests from all over the world. In your role, you will partner with front-of-house staff to create WOW memories the guests will carry with them far and beyond their stay with us.

The Day-to-day

• Show your culinary passion by crafting various menu items while following set recipes and standards.
• Consistently maintain proper stocking, cleanliness, and sanitation of back-of-house areas.
• Ensure guest safety by following proper food handling procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

• At least 18 years old
• Previous cook experience (preferred)

The Perks & Benefits

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

Pay Rate

The rate for this role is:
$22.54

This rate represents a good faith estimate of the wage rate that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire.

Pay will not be below any applicable minimum wage.

Should overtime be worked, employees are paid overtime pay in accordance with state requirements.

Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.