South End Market Cook - MGM Springfield

MGM Resorts International; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Free employee meals

Free parking

Job summary

MGМ Resorts International invites applications for a Cook at the South End Market in Springfield. You will bring 1+ year of professional cooking experience, apply culinary techniques and uphold food safety standards to create an exceptional guest experience.

The role requires full-time, 40 hours weekly, including weekends and holidays, with a starting rate of $22.05 per hour. Benefits include health and retirement plans, and free employee meals.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional cooking experience.
• Knowledge of knives and standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of food products and apply culinary techniques.
• Identify and safely use kitchen equipment.
• Restock kitchen supplies and food items for service.
• Label and date products for safekeeping and sanitation; maintain menu knowledge.
• Assist kitchen leadership and staff during service.
• Prepare base sauces, stocks and soups.
• Work as a team to meet guest needs.

Skills

Knife skills

Food knowledge

Team player

Tools

Cryovac machine

Toasters

Refrigerators

Slicers

Beverage machines

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:

At the South End Market, we flourish on creativity, culinary excellence and passion! Are you a professional Cook looking for this type of excitement for your next role? Here you’ll bring your1+ years of professional cooking experienceto life by skillfully applying culinary techniques while contributing to an exceptional guest experience. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a solid knowledge of food products, we invite you to apply and help create enjoyable moments for our guests!

THE STARTING RATE: $22.05 per hour

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• 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 sanitationMaintain 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

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• 1+ Years of prior experience as a Cook in a similar environment is preferred
• Must be willing and able to work a Full-Time schedule 40hrs per week to include weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of knives and knife skills, standard kitchen equipment and supplies, including, but not limited to toasters, refrigerators, coolers, slicers, beverage machines, Cryovac machine and smallwares

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health.
• Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond!
• Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room.
• Park with ease—whether you’re on or off shift, it’s free!
• From healthcare to financial support and generous time-off options, we’ve got you covered.
• Elevate your career with development programs, connect through networking events, and make a difference with community volunteer opportunities.

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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.

Paywill 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.