Executive Restaurant Chef DPrime - MGM Grand Detroit

Detroit, Michigan

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:
Are you a culinary visionary ready to lead an exceptional kitchen in our upscale steakhouse, DPrime? We are seeking a passionate Executive Restaurant Chef to lead our kitchen operations. In this pivotal role, you will provide direction and leadership to our talented culinary team. You will drive operational and financial success by managing recipes, inventory, and cost controls, while also mentoring and training staff to deliver outstanding food and service. Your creativity and expertise will shape an unforgettable dining experience, ensuring customer satisfaction at every turn. If you're ready to elevate our culinary offerings and inspire a team in a dynamic and luxurious environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us create exceptional moments for our guests!
 

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Owns, leads and oversees daily restaurant 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.

• Co-own  (with General Manager) the restaurant’s business plan and represent the restaurant in divisional, property or corporate meetings.

• Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, pricing initiatives, 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.

• Manages Human Resources responsibilities for Restaurant kitchen 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.

• Reacts to any guest complaints and takes any appropriate action. Collaborate with General Manager and 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:

• Two years or more of prior relevant experience

• 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

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Health & Income Protection Benefits (For eligible employees)

• Access to a variety of company Hotel, Food and Beverage, Retail, and Entertainment Discounts

• Free meals in our employee dining room

• Free parking

• Various programs and networking opportunities to help you get promoted

• Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community

• Other various discounts with company partners such as travel, electronics, online shopping, and many more!

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!