Sous Chef

Now Hiring: Sous Chef At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. We care deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family and creating spaces where everyone feels valued. At our newest resort destination in Virginia, we’re not just opening a property— we’re creating an experience. We’re seeking a dynamic, hands‑on Sous Chef to play a key leadership role in launching and elevating our culinary program from day one. This is a rare opportunity to assist the Head Chef in shaping the culture, standards, and guest experience of a brand‑new resort. Salary Range Starting at $55,000/yr based on prior experience. A full list of our concepts, each needing a Sous Chef, includes: Double Cut Steak House – Our signature steakhouse serving bold flavors. B‑LUX Grill & Bar – Deliciously unique burgers and shakes handcrafted from scratch. Sortino’s Italian Kitchen – A modern, elevated Italian restaurant and bar. Cinco Niño’s – A friendly Tex‑Mex‑inspired outlet and tequila bar featuring sizzle and classic flavors These positions are scheduled to begin onboarding from mid-September to October. We’re taking our time to find the right chef—a visionary who leads with both creativity and humility. This process will include discovery calls, casual conversations, and in-person interviews as we get closer to launch. What You’ll Do: Support daily kitchen operations by leading culinary team members, ensuring food quality, consistency, and efficient execution during service. Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and guest-focused hospitality. Assist with inventory, ordering, scheduling, and maintaining sanitation and food safety standards. Partner with the Executive Chef on menu execution, operational standards, and overall kitchen performance What We’re Looking For: 3–5 years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, upscale, steakhouse, supper club, or hospitality-driven environment preferred. Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams in a fast-paced setting while maintaining high culinary and sanitation standards. Strong knowledge of food preparation, inventory management, kitchen operations, and food safety regulations. Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Why Kalahari? Career growth with promotion from within Sous-Chef Discounts, perks, and education assistance Be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us Lead with Love. Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr