Banquets Cook I

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions • Woodford, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Banquets Cook I to support the Banquet Chef and help keep banquet kitchen operations running smoothly. The role assists with preparing food for banquet meals and events, visually inspecting food before it is served, and ensuring items meet department and resort quality standards. The cook also helps maintain clean, safe, and organized kitchen and storage areas, minimize waste, and support efficient production. The position contributes to consistent, careful, high-quality food preparation in line with the company’s Promise to Lead with Love.

The starting pay rate is $15 per hour. The job is offered across Kalahari locations in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin; Sandusky, Ohio; Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania; Round Rock, Texas; and Spotsylvania County, Virginia.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, work under pressure, and meet deadlines with particular attention to detail.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing, stretching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds without restriction.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience in a high-volume restaurant, food, concessions, or production kitchen is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to order while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
• Support the Restaurant Chef or Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations and service flow.
• Complete prep lists, stock stations, and maintain product levels.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Help maintain clean, safe, and organized kitchen and storage areas.
• Support waste reduction, portion control, and efficient food production.
• Communicate effectively with culinary leaders and team members to keep service running smoothly.
• Assist with preparing food for banquet meals and events and visually inspect food before it is served.

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Discounts and perks at all resorts.
• Education assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed