Cook I

Cook I – Restaurant

***Interviews starting in September with a projected October start date***

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don't just create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality.

But we're more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnership with charity: water, we're also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Cook I – Restaurant. In this role, you'll work alongside the Restaurant Chef to help keep our restaurant and kitchen operation running smoothly. You'll assist with preparing food for the restaurant, room service/Togo, and food outlet meals; help ensure each dish meets our quality and presentation standards before it reaches our guests; and support a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen and storage environment. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on culinary work, takes pride in food quality, and wants to be part of a team that minimizes waste while delivering memorable dining experiences.

As part of our team, you'll bring our Promise to Lead with Love to life by preparing made-to-order food with consistency, care, and quality.

Pay Rate: $15-$16/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Make pizza dough and sauces.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to the facility recipes, portioning, cooking, timing, serving, and presentation standards.
• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times.

What We're Looking For

• 1 + years of experience in a high-volume restaurant/food/concessions outlet production kitchen is preferred, or experience in a similar capacity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines with particular attention to detail.
• Must be able to withstand prolonged standing, stretching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidays.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within
• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates
• Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts
• Education assistance programs to help advance your career

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders Lead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That's why we're proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers, America's Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you're delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.

Wisconsin Dells, WI | Sandusky, OH | Pocono Manor, PA | Round Rock, TX | Spotsylvania County, VA

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.