Cook - Main Kitchen - Aria

Cook Position At MGM Resorts International

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.

Job Description

As a Cook, you will bring culinary passion, precision, and energy to the heart of our kitchen operations. In this fast-paced role, you will skillfully execute a variety of cooking techniques while delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation. Beyond the plate, you will help create unforgettable guest experiences by bringing a warm, service-driven mindset and a commitment to excellence in every interaction. By understanding our guests' unique preferences and delivering with care, you will help create WOW moments and lasting memories long after their visit.

The Starting Rate: $26.6831/hr

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 sanitation
• Maintain 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:

• Brings 1+ years of cooking experience, ideally in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, resort, or production kitchen environment
• Has previous high-volume production kitchen experience, preferably in large-scale banquet, commissary, cook chill, or bulk food production operations
• Demonstrates strong knife skills, culinary fundamentals, and the ability to execute food preparation with speed, precision, and consistency
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work on-call varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

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

MGM Resorts International