HomeJobsFine Dining Cook I High Limits Lounge - MGM Grand Detroit
MGM Resorts International -- property photos via Wikimedia Commons

Fine Dining Cook I High Limits Lounge - MGM Grand Detroit

MGM Resorts International

Multiple$189K/yr$410K/yr· $275K/yr med.Full-timePosted Posted Today

About the Role

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: Join the culinary team at our premier High Limits Lounge within MGM Grand Detroit as a Fine Dining Cook I, where you’ll craft exceptional dishes in a fast-paced, upscale environment. In this role, you’ll prepare and execute à la carte menu items across multiple stations using advanced cooking techniques, maintain flawless presentation standards, and ensure smooth ticket flow during service. You’ll collaborate closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an outstanding guest experience while upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and professionalism. THE STARTING RATE: $19.26 an hour THE DAY-TO-DAY: Prepares meals and other food items according to assignment by the Restaurant Chef at assigned Salad/Pantry, Appetizer, or Add-On fine dining stations in accordance with fine dining standards and guest requests. Uses recipes and a variety of kitchen equipment to sauté, bake, boil, blanch, braise, fry, sear, and steam food to prepare and reheat soups, salads, sauces, dressings, and other food items. Plate meals or other food items in accordance with plate presentation specifications. Informs supervisor of any irregularities occurring within the food preparation operation. Maintains clean and sanitary work areas throughout the meal period or working shift. Maintains a constant awareness of safety and accident prevention, immediately notifying the supervisor and completing an accident report in the event an accident occurs. Ensures food prep areas and related floor areas are properly clean and safe at all times from any spills or mess that have bee

Application Preparation

All certifications

Licensing Requirements

Michigan
Michigan Gaming Occupational License
Required for employees of the three Detroit commercial casinos (MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity, Greektown). Tribal casinos use their own licensing processes.
$150–$350410 week process
Apply
FBI Background Check / Fingerprinting
Live-scan fingerprinting submitted to FBI. Required before most state gaming licenses are issued.
$40–$9026 week process

Note: Michigan has both commercial casinos (Detroit) and a large tribal gaming market. Commercial casino employees go through the MGCB; tribal employees go through each tribe's gaming commission.

Strengthen Your Resume

  • Quantify scope: total staff managed, P&L responsibility range, and property gross gaming revenue
  • List all gaming jurisdictions you have operated in — multi-state experience commands premium pay
  • Include specific operational KPIs: table hold %, slot handle per unit, labor cost %
  • Note any regulatory agency or tribal gaming commission board-level relationships

Apply for This Job

Sign In to Apply

Sign in to auto-fill your profile info before applying

Job Details

EmployerMGM Resorts International
LocationMultiple
Categoryexecutive
TypeFull-time
Typical PayNot listed · est.
$189K/yr
25th
$275K/yr
median
$410K/yr
75th
Matched to: Chief Operating Officer
Gaming License

This position requires a MI gaming license. CasinoComp provides step-by-step license guidance for all markets.

Employer
MGM Resorts International