Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
wellness incentive programs
Company Discounts
Free Meals
Free parking
Health Insurance
Income protection benefits
Professional and personal development
Job Description
MGM Resorts International is a global entertainment company known for its vibrant resorts, casinos, and entertainment venues. Operating numerous world-class properties like Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, MGM Resorts provides a dynamic and exciting environment that attracts millions of visitors seeking exceptional entertainment and hospitality experiences. The company is committed to delivering unparalleled guest service, innovative dining experiences, and an inclusive workplace culture that celebrates diversity and encourages professional growth.
The Executive Sous Chef role at Libertine Social, located inside Mandalay Bay, is a critical leadership position within MGM Resorts International. This role is designed for culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and who have a passion for delivering memorable food experiences paired with genuine guest hospitality. As Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee the daily culinary operations, ensuring that food quality meets the highest standards while fostering a high-energy and engaging dining atmosphere. This role not only focuses on the technical culinary skills but also emphasizes leadership, team collaboration, and guest interaction to create lasting impressions.
Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, budgeting, scheduling, inventory control, and menu execution aligned with the restaurant's business plan. The Executive Sous Chef plays a crucial part in training and developing staff, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations. The role requires strong leadership skills in human resources functions such as coaching, performance feedback, succession planning, and promoting a respectful and inclusive work environment. Interaction with guests is also important to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns promptly, contributing to a seamless service experience between the kitchen and dining room.
Ideal candidates will bring a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience along with over two years of relevant culinary experience, preferably with exposure to collective bargaining agreements. Experience in luxury or fine-dining restaurants or high-volume kitchen settings is highly valued. MGM Resorts fosters professional and personal development, offering a variety of wellness programs, generous employee discounts, and opportunities for community involvement. This is a full-time position that offers competitive salary and benefits, making it a rewarding career opportunity for seasoned culinary professionals eager to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry.
The Executive Sous Chef role at Libertine Social, located inside Mandalay Bay, is a critical leadership position within MGM Resorts International. This role is designed for culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and who have a passion for delivering memorable food experiences paired with genuine guest hospitality. As Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee the daily culinary operations, ensuring that food quality meets the highest standards while fostering a high-energy and engaging dining atmosphere. This role not only focuses on the technical culinary skills but also emphasizes leadership, team collaboration, and guest interaction to create lasting impressions.
Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, budgeting, scheduling, inventory control, and menu execution aligned with the restaurant's business plan. The Executive Sous Chef plays a crucial part in training and developing staff, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations. The role requires strong leadership skills in human resources functions such as coaching, performance feedback, succession planning, and promoting a respectful and inclusive work environment. Interaction with guests is also important to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns promptly, contributing to a seamless service experience between the kitchen and dining room.
Ideal candidates will bring a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience along with over two years of relevant culinary experience, preferably with exposure to collective bargaining agreements. Experience in luxury or fine-dining restaurants or high-volume kitchen settings is highly valued. MGM Resorts fosters professional and personal development, offering a variety of wellness programs, generous employee discounts, and opportunities for community involvement. This is a full-time position that offers competitive salary and benefits, making it a rewarding career opportunity for seasoned culinary professionals eager to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of relevant culinary experience
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
- Ability to work in a high-volume or fine-dining restaurant environment
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Adherence to health, sanitation, and safety standards
- Ability to interact effectively with guests and team members
- Commitment to teamwork and employee development
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of prior relevant experience working in a culinary environment as a chef preferred
- Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
- Previous experience working in a high-volume restaurant or previous experience in a luxury or fine-dining restaurant preferred
Job Duties
- Lead and oversee daily restaurant kitchen operations, fiscal budgets, labor productivity, scheduling, inventory control, guest service standards, and execution and development of menu strategies to produce short-term profitability
- Execute on the restaurant’s business plan and assist Executive Chef with developing and executing tactics to achieve goals and targets
- Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, training programs, directives, menus, rules and regulations for the restaurant staff
- Owns restaurant’s execution of F&B and/or company-wide initiatives and programs
- Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation and cleanliness within all areas of kitchen
- Responsible for completion of all company compliance training by the restaurant staff
- Assist Executive Chef with managing human resources responsibilities for Restaurant to include creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback (coaching and counseling), recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction
- Quality hiring, training and succession planning process that encompass the company’s diversity commitment
- Adherence to the company’s status quo third party representation philosophy
- Compliance with company policies, legal requirements, employment law, and collective bargaining agreements
- Interacts with guests to ensure satisfaction and enjoyment of dining experience
- Reacts to any guest complaints and takes any appropriate action
- Work alongside the service team to ensure a seamless service experience between kitchen and dining room
- Maintains excellent knowledge of venue’s food and beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform duties
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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