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Job Description
- Req#: SAND-10152
- Kitchen Management – overseeing day-to-day operations, including food preparation, cooking, and quality control, ensuring efficiency and consistency.
- Cost Management and Inventory control- monitoring, labor, inventory, and managing supplies to ensure the kitchen is well stocked and minimizing waste.
- Maintaining high standards and sanitation practices – continuously working to improve the kitchen’s efficiency, workflow, and overall quality of food and service.
- We require a background of five years' progressive culinary experience and three years of management experience.
- Basic knowledge of P&L, labor control, & food cost/recipe costing.
- 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
About the company
The Kalahari Resort and Convention Center is a water park resort chain with locations in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin; Sandusky, Ohio; Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania; and in Round Rock, Texas.
Description
Welcome to 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 major employer, we provide thousands of jobs and career growth opportunities while delivering exceptional service. Our associates take care of millions of guests each year, making every visit special.
Beyond our walls, we’re making a difference. Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.
Kitchen Manager – Cinco Niño’s
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Kitchen Manager – Cinco Niño. In this position, you will be responsible for the culinary operations of our popular Tex-Mex concept. Cinco Niño is a modern Mexican & tequila bar encompassing all the resounding classic flavors as they intertwine with a sizzling plate of pure goodness. You will be involved in training, ordering, and ensuring our concept is the best it can be!
The ideal candidate would have culinary expertise, attention to detail, and strong leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
A Sampling of Our Benefits
Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Be Part of Something Extraordinary
At Kalahari, we’re proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park. These awards reflect our commitment to both our guests and our team members.
Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering incredible guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.
Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, WI (2000), Sandusky, OH (2005), Pocono Manor, PA (2015), Round Rock, TX (2020), and Spotsylvania County, VA (2026).
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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