Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Career growth opportunities
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
holiday compensation
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
employee appreciation events
Education assistance programs
Job Description
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is a renowned family-owned company known for creating unforgettable vacation experiences centered around America’s largest indoor waterparks. With African-inspired aesthetics, Kalahari combines luxurious accommodations, world-class dining, relaxing spa services, engaging entertainment, and innovative convention centers, making it a versatile destination that caters to families, business travelers, and leisure seekers alike. The company prides itself on a culture that emphasizes community, hospitality, and a promise to "Lead with Love," which means treating guests and associates like family, fostering a supportive work environment, and contributing generously to charitable causes such as providing clean water to one million people... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of three years culinary experience
- At least three years in a supervisory or management role
- Prior steakhouse operational experience
- Basic understanding of profit and loss management
- Familiarity with labor control and inventory management
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Ability to maintain high sanitation standards
Job Qualifications
- Three years of progressive culinary experience
- Three years of management experience
- Prior steakhouse experience
- Basic knowledge of profit and loss, labor control, and food/recipe costing
- Preferred experience with sushi
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to mentor and inspire a team
- Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices
Job Duties
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, and quality control
- Monitor labor, inventory, and manage supplies to ensure efficient stock levels and minimize waste
- Maintain high standards of sanitation and food safety practices
- Continuously improve kitchen efficiency, workflow, and overall quality of food and service
- Train, mentor, and motivate culinary team members to achieve operational excellence
- Ensure consistent delivery of extraordinary guest dining experiences
- Collaborate with management to plan menus and innovate offerings
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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