Executive Sous Chef - Posh Burger - Aria

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:

Step into the spotlight as Executive Sous Chef at Aria’s Posh Burger, where you’ll lead a dynamic kitchen team, spark culinary innovation, and deliver standout results that meet MGM’s elite standards. You’ll craft irresistible dishes, streamline operations, and energize your team through hands-on leadership and inspiring mentorship. If you’re driven to create unforgettable dining experiences, this is your chance to make a bold mark in the world of upscale cuisine.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• 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 & beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform duties

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

• Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred

• Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language preferred

• Previous experience working in a 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

• Free parking on and off shift

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• 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!