Show-Ready Cook in High-Energy Resort Kitchen

MGM Resorts; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness incentives

Employee discounts

Free meals

Free parking

Health protection

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Cook to deliver high-quality dishes with passion and precision, creating WOW experiences for guests through warm hospitality. The starting rate is $27.4514/hr, with roles including varied shifts and on-call schedules to support entertainment‑driven operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and 1+ year of cook experience in resort or high-volume hospitality settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 1+ year of experience working as a Cook preferred
• Previous experience in a similar resort or high-volume hospitality setting preferred
• Flexible availability to work varied shifts and an on-call schedule, including weekends and holidays required
• Skills in preparing and cooking steaks and fish preferred

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

GED

Equivalent

Job description

MGM Resorts International in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Cook to deliver high-quality dishes with passion and precision, creating WOW experiences for guests through warm hospitality. The starting rate is $27.4514/hr, with roles including varied shifts and on-call schedules to support entertainment‑driven operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and 1+ year of cook experience in resort or high-volume hospitality settings.