B-Lux Restaurant Cook

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions; Sandusky (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotion from within

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision

Employee events

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, OH is hiring a Cook for our B-lux Team. In this role you’ll perform basic food preparation, learn proper use of kitchen equipment, and help maintain cleanliness, sanitation and safety standards under the supervision of senior cooks.

You’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love, supporting teammates and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The starting rate is $16.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal service and organizational skills to plan time effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work well with others, be flexible and patient, and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of food trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality food preparation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and learn proper usage.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Support high-level cooks and kitchen management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Food knowledge

Job description

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.

Line Cook-B-Lux

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Cook for our B-lux 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. A Cook works under the supervision of high-level cooks and kitchen management.

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:

$16.00 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

• Must be able to work in a stationary position for long periods of times (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.