Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
wellness incentive programs
Company Discounts
Free Meals
Healthcare benefits
financial benefits
Paid Time Off
Professional development programs
Job Description
MGM Resorts International stands as one of the world leaders in the hospitality and entertainment industry, renowned for delivering unforgettable experiences through its diverse portfolio of resorts, casinos, and entertainment venues. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, MGM Resorts offers a vibrant and dynamic work environment that thrives on innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service. Known for its commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, the company provides ample opportunities for career growth and development in a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
This exciting opportunity is for the role of Executive Chef at Excalibur's TAP Sports Bar, where culinary creativity meets high-energy service. As the Executive Chef, you will be at the forefront of leading kitchen operations within an iconic resort known for its thrilling entertainment and welcoming atmosphere. This role is a pivotal position that combines culinary expertise with strategic leadership, focusing on creating bold and innovative menus designed to captivate guests and keep them returning. The Executive Chef will oversee all aspects of kitchen management, from controlling budgets and labor productivity to maintaining strict health and sanitation standards and ensuring overall guest satisfaction.
In this role, you will manage daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, scheduling, and the development and execution of culinary strategies that support both short-term and long-term profitability. You will represent the kitchen in diverse meetings at the divisional, property, or corporate level to align with overall business goals. The position requires a strong focus on policy execution, training, and compliance with legal and company standards. A key part of your responsibilities will be human resources management for the kitchen staff, emphasizing a positive work environment, comprehensive training, succession planning, and adherence to employment laws and agreements.
Collaboration is essential, as you will work closely with divisional directors, executive chefs, and kitchen teams to ensure seamless delivery of food products that meet stringent quality and timing standards. You will be responsible for reacting promptly to guest feedback, managing large-scale banquet operations, and maintaining excellent knowledge of the property’s food and beverage offerings. This role requires a culinary leader with a passion for operational excellence and guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume setting such as a banquet kitchen, luxury, or fine-dining restaurant.
This exciting opportunity is for the role of Executive Chef at Excalibur's TAP Sports Bar, where culinary creativity meets high-energy service. As the Executive Chef, you will be at the forefront of leading kitchen operations within an iconic resort known for its thrilling entertainment and welcoming atmosphere. This role is a pivotal position that combines culinary expertise with strategic leadership, focusing on creating bold and innovative menus designed to captivate guests and keep them returning. The Executive Chef will oversee all aspects of kitchen management, from controlling budgets and labor productivity to maintaining strict health and sanitation standards and ensuring overall guest satisfaction.
In this role, you will manage daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, scheduling, and the development and execution of culinary strategies that support both short-term and long-term profitability. You will represent the kitchen in diverse meetings at the divisional, property, or corporate level to align with overall business goals. The position requires a strong focus on policy execution, training, and compliance with legal and company standards. A key part of your responsibilities will be human resources management for the kitchen staff, emphasizing a positive work environment, comprehensive training, succession planning, and adherence to employment laws and agreements.
Collaboration is essential, as you will work closely with divisional directors, executive chefs, and kitchen teams to ensure seamless delivery of food products that meet stringent quality and timing standards. You will be responsible for reacting promptly to guest feedback, managing large-scale banquet operations, and maintaining excellent knowledge of the property’s food and beverage offerings. This role requires a culinary leader with a passion for operational excellence and guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume setting such as a banquet kitchen, luxury, or fine-dining restaurant.
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in culinary environment as a chef
- Experience managing employees under collective bargaining agreements preferred
- Experience in banquet kitchen or high-volume or luxury/fine-dining restaurant preferred
- Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation
- Strong leadership and human resources management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Bilingual preferred
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years of prior relevant experience working in a culinary environment as a chef
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
- Previous experience working in a banquet kitchen or high-volume restaurant or previous experience in a luxury or fine-dining restaurant preferred
- Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language preferred
Job Duties
- Owns, leads and oversees daily kitchen operations, fiscal budgets, labor productivity, scheduling, inventory control, guest service standards, and execution and development of menu strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability
- Represent the kitchens in divisional, property or corporate meetings
- Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, pricing initiatives, training programs, directives, menus, rules and regulations for the staff
- Owns department execution of F&B and/or company-wide initiatives and programs
- Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation and cleanliness within all areas of the kitchens
- Manage human resources responsibilities including creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction
- Interact with internal/external guests to ensure satisfaction and product quality
- Review banquet event orders and related materials daily to ensure proper order execution
- React to any feedback on guest complaints and take appropriate action
- Collaborate with divisional directors, executive chefs, and kitchen teams to ensure seamless execution of product delivery including time standards, recipe specifications, and quality
- Maintain excellent knowledge of property’s food and beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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