Pastry Executive Sous Chef - Aria

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:

Aria Resort & Casino is hiring a skilled and dedicated Executive Sous Pastry Chef to create high-quality desserts for restaurants and banquets. This role involves overseeing pastry operations, teaching coursework, training kitchen staff, staying updated on industry trends, crafting diverse dessert menus, and researching innovative recipes. As a key part of the culinary team, the Executive Sous Pastry Chef will collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef, providing leadership in recipe management, inventory control, staff supervision, and executing initiatives directed by property Food and Beverage leadership. Join us and bring your passion for pastry to life, creating unforgettable moments that delight every guest.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Lead and oversee daily 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 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 staff

• Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation, and cleanliness within all areas of kitchen

• 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

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• At least two years of experience in pastry industry, including large production, high-volume kitchens

• Knowledgeable in cake decorating and building larger cakes and displays

• Knowledge in high-end pastries and desserts, lamination, chocolate, sugar work, doughs, formulation, and accurate calculation ratios

• Knowledge of gelato preparation, base, churning and freezing

• Expertise in executing artistic chocolate and/or sugar showpieces and displays. Sugar Pulled, blown, and cast or poured techniques, chocolate sculpting, carving, molding, and different finishes

• Knowledge of current high end luxury pastry trends

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a realted field

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!