Pastry Sous Chef - Conventions & Banquets - Commission - MGM Grand

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: Join the culinary team at MGM Grand’s Conventions & Banquets as a Pastry Sous Chef and turn creativity, precision, and passion into extraordinary desserts, pastries, and baked creations. Lead and inspire a talented pastry team in a dynamic luxury environment where every event is an opportunity to create something memorable—and every creation leaves a lasting impression. THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Perform duties of the Assistant Executive Pastry Chef during his/her absence and assist the Executive Pastry Chef with day- to-day operation and supervision of bakery employees, give constructive criticism and be consistent with all documentation
• Inspect bakery items upon completion to ensure they have been prepared correctly and attractively
• Monitor business flow and work with the Executive Pastry Chef in scheduling employees according to demand for bakeshop goods
• Inform the Executive Pastry Chef and Assistant Executive Pastry Chef regarding customer complaints or disputes
• Work with Executive Pastry Chef to take appropriate action to reduce operating costs without affecting quality of pastries or service
• Assist Executive Pastry Chef develop and research new recipes and create decorative cakes, statuaries and ornaments for special events, parties, and banquets
• Keep the Assistant Executive Pastry Chef and the Executive Pastry Chef informed of all pertinent information and any irregularities occurring in the bake shop operation
• Assist with ordering bakery ingredients from warehouse

• High School Diploma or GED
• 21+ years of age or older
• Associate's Degree in F&B and/or a course certification from an accredited Culinary institute preferred
• 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in a Supervisory role organizing and scheduling employees in a Pastry Management environment
• 5+ Years of prior relevant experience in a high-volume, fine dining, banquet production kitchen in a hotel/casino environment preferred

• 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