Lead Line Cook - Cinco Ninos

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. 

 

Lead Line Cook – Cinco Ninos

 

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Lead Line Cook for Cinco Ninos. In this role, you will support and assist the Restaurant Chef in the oversight of the restaurant’s kitchen operation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in the preparation of food items for all restaurant meals and visually inspecting all food products to be served to ensure they all meet the quality standards set out by departmental and resort management. 

 

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 ensure meals are prepared consistently, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards for our guests.

 

Pay Rate: $19 - $22/hour

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Adhere to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production, preparation and presentation. 
• 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 equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the culinary preventative maintenance programs.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the kitchen areas, associates and guests.

What We’re Looking For 

• State or Local Law may require a certificate upon completion of state-certified proper food handling certification. ServSafe® certification is a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience, preferably in resort, upscale casual, or high-volume restaurant environments.
• Strong understanding of food safety, organization, prep management, and service execution is essential.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and capable of leading by example during busy services.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

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. 

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