Sortinos Italian Kitchen Lead Cook

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.

Sortino’s-Lead Cook

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Lead Cook for our Sortino’s Italian Kitchen Team. In this role, your responsibilities will include basic food preparation while using and learning proper use of kitchen equipment. Additionally, assist in maintaining the company standard of cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen.

As part of our team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. Your professionalism and helpful attitude will set the tone for a positive overall impression of the Kalahari.

Starting Rate: $20.00 an Hour

Key Responsibilities

• Excellent interpersonal service skills and organizational skills to plan time effectively.
• 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 get along well with others, to demonstrate flexibility and patience, to work as a member of a team.
• Good knowledge of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentations.

 

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years’ experience in a high-volume restaurant or other dining venue working in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter.
• 1 year of culinary supervisory experience in food service, fine dining, or restaurant preferred.

• Must be able to work in a stationary position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).

• Must be able to work and be flexible with all shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess the ability to access all areas of the kitchen, the ability to move frequently & freely about facility.

 

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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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.