Pastry Sous Chef - Lead Show Kitchen & Dessert Art

MGM Resorts International; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness incentive programs

Employee dining discounts

Free parking

Job summary

MGM National Harbor, located in Maryland, seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to lead and inspire a talented pastry team in a premier kitchen. You will master production, scheduling, and inventory while delivering signature showpieces and exquisite desserts that define luxury hospitality on a grand stage.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence and maintain world-class quality standards, ensuring guest WOW moments through creative pastry craftsmanship and effective team

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or eqivalent.
• Culinary arts associates degree preferred.
• Two years of prior supervisory/management experience.
• Five years prior pastry production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train Master Cooks, Cooks, Pantry Workers and Helpers on job responsibilities.
• Ensure requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated area.
• Label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Maintain knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups.
• Ensure food quality is superior and take action to correct any irregularities.
• Communicate with management and service staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and employees.
• Assist the Executive Chef by controlling purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists and inventory of all kitchen items.
• Prepare and administer kitchen schedule.
• Assist Executive Chef by establishing goals and objectives that focus on profit, product and people.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Pastry production

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts associate degree (preferred)

Job description

MGM National Harbor, located in Maryland, seeks a Pastry Sous Chef to lead and inspire a talented pastry team in a premier kitchen. You will master production, scheduling, and inventory while delivering signature showpieces and exquisite desserts that define luxury hospitality on a grand stage.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence and maintain world-class quality standards, ensuring guest WOW moments through creative pastry craftsmanship and effective team