Executive Chef - Prime - Bellagio

MGM Resorts International, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a world-renowned leader in hospitality, entertainment, and gaming. As one of the most prestigious companies in the industry, MGM Resorts delivers unique, luxurious, and immersive experiences for guests around the globe. With a portfolio of iconic resorts, casinos, and entertainment venues, MGM is synonymous with excellence, innovation, and grandeur. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where creativity and dedication are celebrated. Working at MGM Resorts offers an opportunity to be part of a vibrant culture that values teamwork, integrity, and customer satisfaction while providing robust career growth and development opportunities. Employees enjoy working in a setting full of excitement, rich with entertainment, and vibrant with culture, all while being part of a globally recognized brand dedicated to excellence in hospitality. The Executive Chef role at Bellagio's Prime restaurant within MGM Resorts is a highly prestigious position that calls for a visionary culinary leader ready to orchestrate the kitchen operations to deliver culinary excellence aligned with the MGM brand's high standards. As the Executive Chef, you will have the responsibility to lead and inspire a talented culinary team, innovate menu development, and ensure exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. This role requires meticulous control over costs, budgets, labor productivity, and inventory management, maintaining both short-term and long-term profitability for the kitchen. You will be instrumental in executing policies, pricing strategies, training programs, and maintaining the highest levels of sanitation and safety across all kitchen operations. The position demands strong leadership capabilities, human resources management, teamwork promotion, and compliance with employment laws and company policies including those related to collective bargaining agreements. In this role, you will also engage regularly with internal and external guests to guarantee quality service and responsiveness to feedback. The Executive Chef is expected to collaborate closely with divisional directors, other executive chefs, and kitchen teams to ensure smooth kitchen operations and consistent product delivery. You will be in charge of overseeing food and beverage initiatives company-wide, ensuring all culinary operations adhere to MGM's standards. This opportunity offers individuals with prior leadership experience and culinary expertise a chance to thrive and showcase their skills while contributing to the legacy of one of the world's most respected hospitality brands. The role demands dedication, creativity, and operational excellence to help maintain Bellagio’s Prime reputation as a top-tier dining destination in Las Vegas. This is a full-time career opportunity at MGM Resorts International where culinary professionals can elevate their career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

• 2+ years of prior relevant experience
• Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
• Ability to lead and inspire culinary teams
• Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Capability to manage budgets, labor productivity, and inventory
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work within diverse and fast-paced environments
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred