Cook - Employee Dining Room - The Cosmopolitan

MGM Resorts; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Discounts on hotel/food/retail

Free meals in employee dining room

Free parking

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas, NV, seeks a Cook to bring culinary craft to life with precision and creativity, delivering flavorful experiences that enhance the guest journey.

Ideal candidates will be 18+, have a High School Diploma or GED, and 2+ years of relevant resort experience. The role includes on-call scheduling and opportunities for growth within a premier hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience in a similar resort setting.
• Comfortable working an on-call position with flexible, as-needed scheduling.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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:

Step into the role of Cook, where your passion for culinary craft takes center stage. In this position, you will bring dishes to life with precision, creativity, and pride, delivering flavors that leave a lasting impression. Beyond the kitchen, your energy and presence help shape the overall guest experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

THE STARTING RATE:

$ 24.3577/hr

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 or older
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience in a similar resort setting
• Comfortable working an on-call position with flexible, as-needed scheduling

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