Line Cook
About The Position
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 Prep Cook. In this role, you will cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products. As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll play a key role in delivering excellent dining experiences by efficiently preparing menu items with care and attention to detail.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of related progressive experience as a culinary graduate and/or at least 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking in a hotel restaurant/food/concessions outlet facility or related field helpful.
- A leadership style rooted in collaboration, respect, and service to others.
Nice To Haves
- 1 + years experience in a high-volume restaurant/food/concessions outlets production kitchen is preferred or experience in a similar capacity
Responsibilities
- Prepares 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
- Responsible for assisting in ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen, and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio
- Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to the facility recipes, portioning, cooking, timing, serving, and presentation standards
- Assists in washing dishes and putting them away in appropriate area and assists in keeping the dish area clean and clear of debris.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
