Main Kitchen Cook - MGM Springfield

MGM Resorts International; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness incentives

Discounts with partners

Free meals

Free parking

Career development

Uniform provided

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Springfield, MA is seeking a Main Kitchen Cook to showcase culinary skills and contribute to guest experiences with high-quality dishes and attentive service. You will join a vibrant team in a fast-paced kitchen environment that rewards creativity and teamwork. Starting pay is $22.05 per hour.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year cooking experience and 2+ years in similar settings. Perks include health benefits, free meals, parking, and development opportunities within

Qualifications

• 1+ year of cook experience preferred.
• 2+ years in a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of food products and apply culinary techniques.
• Safely identify and use kitchen equipment.
• Restock kitchen supplies for service.
• Label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Ensure plate presentation and menu knowledge.
• Assist kitchen leadership and staff during service.
• Prepare base sauces, stocks, and soups.
• Collaborate with the team to meet guest needs.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Teamwork

Food safety

Kitchens operation

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Springfield, Massachusetts

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 Main Kitchen Cook, you will showcase your culinary skills and creativity while playing a crucial role in enhancing the guest experience with your delicious creations and welcoming service. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, you'll help craft memorable dining experiences that guests will cherish long after their stay. Embrace the opportunity to bring your passion for cooking to life in a vibrant, team-oriented environment!

THE STARTING RATE: $22.05 per hour

The Day-to-day

• Maintain 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.
• Demonstrate attention to detail with plate presentation and maintain solid menu knowledge.
• Assist kitchen leadership and staff in executing service.
• Prepare base sauces, stocks, and soups.
• Collaborate as a team and assist with guest needs and inquiries.

The Ideal Candidate

• 1+ years of prior experience as a Cook is preferred
• 2+ years of prior experience in a similar setting is preferred

The Perks & Benefits

• Healthcare, financial and time off 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
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
• Company-issued uniform and dry-cleaning

Pay Rate

The Rate For This Role Is

$22.05

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.