Kalahari Resorts & Conventions delivers a beyond expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African-themed 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 our open Chef de Cuisine – Double Cut Steak House position. We are seeking an elevated chef at the top of their game. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the culinary operations of our popular signature dining experience. Named for a larger cut of meat, Double Cut is a contemporary steak house with a menu departs from a classic representation without chasing away traditionalists. Offerings range from classic steaks and seafood to more exploratory items and sushi.

Your responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of food items, directing culinary staff, ordering, and visually inspecting all food products to be served. You’re also responsible for assisting in ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio. This is a growth role in a busy resort with a large food and beverage operation.

We do require that you have a background, consisting of three years progressive culinary experience, three years of management experience. Experience with a steakhouse is required. Experience and fluency in reading and reporting on financials is required. The proven ability to train, mentor, and motivate a team will be key to success in this position. Experience with sushi is preferred.

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:

• Above-industry average compensation
• 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 and holiday pay
• Discounts and resort perks

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.