Cook - Block 16 - The Cosmopolitan

MGM Resorts International; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Discounts (hotel, F&B, retail)

Free meals

Free parking

Health protection

Professional development & volunteerOp

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas is seeking a Cook to preserve culinary standards and deliver WOW experiences for guests. You will apply techniques, maintain kitchen knowledge, and support leadership to ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates are 18+, available weekends/holidays, with 1–2 years cooking experience. The role offers entry to a world-class entertainment hospitality company with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior relevant experience as a cook.
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain solid knowledge of food products and skillfully apply culinary techniques.
• Identify and safely use kitchen equipment.
• Restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Properly label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation.
• Assist kitchen leadership and staff in execution of service.
• Maintain solid knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups.
• Work as a team, assist all guests needs and inquiries.

Skills

1+ years experience

2+ years experience

Job description

Las Vegas, Nevada

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 skillfully applying culinary techniques. You will also set the stage for guest experience with your welcoming smile and service. By understanding their unique stories and needs, you will own their experience to create WOW memories they will carry with them far and beyond their stay with us.

THE STARTING RATE:

$23.6747 USD Hourly

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Maintain solid knowledge of food products and skillfully apply culinary techniques
• Identify and safely use kitchen equipment
• Restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service
• Properly label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation
• Maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation
• Assist kitchen leadership and staff in execution of service
• Maintain solid knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups
• Work as a team, assist all guests needs and inquiries

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must be 18+ years old
• Work on call varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays
• 1+ years of prior relevant experience as a cook preferred
• 2+ Years of prior relevant experience preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• 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
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community