Pastry Sous Chef - MGM National Harbor

MGM Resorts International; Maryland; On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Free employee meals

Free parking

Healthcare and time-off benefits

Job summary

MGM National Harbor is hiring a Pastry Sous Chef to lead a dynamic pastry team in a premier luxury kitchen. This on-site role involves production leadership, scheduling, inventory control, and maintaining top pastry quality for high-profile guests.

The ideal candidate will have a culinary arts associate degree (preferred), 2+ years of supervisory experience, and 5+ years pastry production experience. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary arts associate degree preferred.
• Two years supervisory/management experience required.
• Five years 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 of base sauces, stocks and soups.

Skills

Supervisory/management experience

Pastry production experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts associate degree

Job description

## Pastry Sous Chef - MGM National HarborApply: Property - MGM National Harbor: Full time: Posted Today: 279496National Harbor, MarylandThe SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts InternationalHave 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 culinary spotlight as our next Pastry Sous Chef at MGM National Harbor! Take center stage in our premier pastry kitchen, where you will assist in leading, inspiring, and developing an energetic team of pastry cooks dedicated to crafting unforgettable dessert experiences. In this dynamic leadership role, you’ll drive culinary excellence backstage—mastering production, managing scheduling and inventory, and upholding world-class quality standards—while bringing the \"WOW\" factor to life for our guests with signature showpieces and exquisite sweet creations. If you are a passionate pastry artist and empowering leader ready to elevate luxury hospitality on a grand stage, bring your craft to MGM National Harbor and help us define premier entertainment and dining!**THE DAY-TO-DAY:*** 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**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:*** 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**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* Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits (for eligible employees)* 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**VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:**https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=10352**Pay Range:**The pay range for this role is:$46,000.00 - $63,200.00This range represents a good faith estimate of the salary range that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.