Executive Chef - Cucina Del Mercato - Eataly at Park MGM

Las Vegas, Nevada

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: 

As the Executive Chef at Cucina Del Mercato inside Eataly's Park MGM, you'll lead a vibrant culinary team in crafting unforgettable authentic Italian dishes that will delight and inspire our guests! If you’re a passionate and innovative chef eager to bring your culinary vision to life, this is your chance to create exceptional dining experiences that leave a lasting impression. Come make your mark in our kitchen and transform every meal into a celebration of flavor and tradition!

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• 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 commissary 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. 

• Manages Human Resources responsibilities for commissary kitchens to include creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback (coaching and counseling), recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction, compliance with company policies, legal requirements, employment law, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Interacts with internal/external guests to ensure satisfaction and product quality.

• Reviews BEOs, SEOs and MEOs daily to ensure that orders executed upon.

• Reacts to any feedback on guest complaints and takes any appropriate action.

• Collaborate with divisional Directors, Executive Chefs, and kitchen team to ensure a seamless execution of product delivery between kitchens inclusive of time standards, recipe specifications, and quality.

• Maintains excellent knowledge of property’s food & beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform duties.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience in a related field

• 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

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

• Free meals in our employee dining room

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• Free parking on and off shift

• Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits

• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!