Executive Pastry Chef: Lead Luxury Bake Shop & Menu

MGM Resorts; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Hotel/dining/retail discounts

Free parking

Healthcare and generous time-off

Career development & networking events

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas seeks an Executive Pastry Chef to direct bake shop operations 24/7 and ensure proper preparation of all baked items. Lead with accuracy, quality, and strong culinary leadership in a premium entertainment-driven environment.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of pastry leadership, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, and experience managing teams under a collective bargaining agreement in luxury or high-volume dining settings. English bilingualism is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior relevant pastry experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
• Experience in high-volume or luxury/fine-dining environments
• Bilingual; English as primary or secondary language

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality and presentation of baked items; manage customer orders
• Work with Executive Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs on purchasing/receiving standards
• Plan menu design and create dishes with standard recipes with Executive Chef and F&B Director
• Communicate with chefs, management, employees and guests; enable proper reporting and meetings
• Maintain labor and food costs; forecast volume for maximum profitability
• Utilize Stratton Warren system for purchasing, release orders and cost transfers
• Maintain hygiene levels above local Health Department requirements and ensure sanitation

Skills

Bilingual

Staff management

Pastry leadership

High-volume dining

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas seeks an Executive Pastry Chef to direct bake shop operations 24/7 and ensure proper preparation of all baked items. Lead with accuracy, quality, and strong culinary leadership in a premium entertainment-driven environment.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of pastry leadership, a Bachelor’s degree preferred, and experience managing teams under a collective bargaining agreement in luxury or high-volume dining settings. English bilingualism is a plus.