Cook - Convention & Banquets - The Cosmopolitan

MGM Resorts International; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness incentive programs

Hotel/food and beverage discounts

Free employee meals

Free parking

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Cook to professionally apply culinary techniques and create WOW memories for guests. You will engage with guests, support the kitchen team, and ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.

The role requires 21+ years of age with 2+ years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and flexibility for weekends/holidays. On-site position with comprehensive employee benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age.
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Work on call varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays.

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 knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups.
• Work as a team, assist all guests’ needs and inquiries.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

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:

$29.9434 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
• Perform other job‑related duties as requested

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must be 21+ years of age
• 2+ Years of prior relevant experience
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required
• Work on call varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays

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

VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:

https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=10960

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW?