What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Sous Chef position at KALAHARI RESORTS & CONVENTIONS?
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions delivers a waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African-inspired resort is home to America’s largest indoor waterparks and features well-appointed guest rooms, full-service Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center.
We are inviting you to apply for the open Executive Sous Chef position. In this position, you will be responsible for supporting the efforts of the Resort Executive Chef, as the number two chef on property. With significant volume associated with a steakhouse, QSR, Italian, grab-and-go, conventions, Tex-Mex, buffet, pastry and candy, Kalahari Resorts does it all!
Salary Range - $95,000 - $110,000
Weekends, evenings and holiday availability is a must
Required Skills
- We do require that you have a background, with experience consisting of five years' progressive culinary, five years of management, banquets, and have been part of a hotel or resort with over 500 rooms in size.
- Basic knowledge of P&L, food cost/inventory management, recipe costing, kitchen sanitation, and food safety regulations.
Nice to Have
- Culinary Arts Degree
- Prior experience with Bake shop/pastry production is helpful.
- Bi-lingual English and Spanish.
If your background is what we’re seeking and your personality is one of service to others, please consider joining our growing and industry leading team.
Company Mission
We promise to deliver products and services beyond expectations.
Recruiting Vision
We understand that the individual is the most important element in the recruitment process. In mirroring the spirit of the brand, we promise authenticity, curiosity, honesty, timeliness, and follow-through. Whether a current opening exists or not, relationship building is critical to the success of our company.
A Sampling of Our Benefits
Our team enjoys a comprehensive and attractive benefits plan:
- Promotion from within
- Mental, Financial, Physical, Work/Life and Career wellness initiatives
- Educational opportunities
- Full and varied benefit package available for full-time associates
- 401(k) with company match
- Appreciation days, parties, and retention programs
- Paid time off, dedicated wellness days and holiday pay
- Discounts and resort benefits
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions frequently receives awards and accolades for taking care of its associates and our guests. Recognition includes Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers, Condé Nast Traveler’s #1 World’s Coolest Indoor Waterparks, Best Family-Friendly Meeting Hotel and Resort in Smart Meeting’s Smart Stars Awards, Parents’ Magazine Kids’ Travel Award Winner, and TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards.
Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (2000); Sandusky, Ohio (2005); Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania (2015); Round Rock, Texas (2020) and Spotsylvania County, Virginia (2026).
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000
