Banquet Chef

Description Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, wedon’tjust 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, andcutting-edgeconvention centers that redefine hospitality. Butwe’remore thana resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love . This means caring deeply for our guests,associates, andcommunities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued. Through our partnershipwith charity:water,we’realso committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa. Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Banquet Chef . In thisrole,you’ll oversee the banquet team in managingkitchen operationsfor large-scale events.You’ll prepare and present high-quality food for all banquet meals,maintainfood safety and sanitation standards, and ensure smooth kitchen workflows.You’llcollaborate with the Executive Sous Chef and kitchen staff to meet guest expectations and adapt to changing event demands whilemaintainingconsistency and efficiency. As part of our leadership team,you’llembody our Promise to Lead with Love —guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences.Through strong culinary leadership, attention to detail, and collaboration with the banquet team, you help deliver the outstanding hospitality our guests expect while fostering a supportive and high-performing environment for associates. Weekends, evenings, and holiday availability area must. Key Responsibilities Contributeto theexecution oflarge-scale banquet events, ensuring food quality, presentation, andtimelydelivery. Fostera collaborative environment tomaintainhigh operational standards. Ensure consistent food quality, safety, and cleanlinessin accordance withresort policies and health regulations. Collaborate with other departments to adjust service based on last-minute changes or guest requests.AttendingdailyBEOmeetings. Continuouslyimprove kitchen efficiency and workflows, ensuring high productivity during peak banquet service. Enforce proper safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards to ensure a safe kitchen environment. WhatWe’reLooking For At least2-3yearsofexperience in a high-volumebanquet production kitchen,preferably withina hotel,resort (500+ rooms), or a large convention center(75,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space). Strong culinaryexperiencein banquet andlarge-scalefood serviceoperations. Basic understanding ofP&Lknowledge. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment whilemaintaininghigh standardsof food quality and presentation. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively under tight timelines. Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to collaborate with otherteam members and departments. Ability to adapt to changing demands and guest expectations quickly and efficiently. Spanish speakingis helpful but,notrequired. Culinary degreepreferred butnotrequired. 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, andperksat all resorts Educationassistanceprograms to help advance your career BePart 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’swhywe’reproud 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. Whetheryou’redelivering 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. Wisconsin Dells - View phone number on click.appcast.io Pennsylvania - View phone number on click.appcast.io Texas - View phone number on click.appcast.io EEO is the Law ADP Privacy Statement Artificial Intelligence Google Privacy Policy Google Terms of Service #J-18808-Ljbffr Kalahari Resorts LLC