Baker

Kalahari Resorts LLC; Pocono, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

401(k) & PTO

Health/Dental/Vision

Employee events & perks

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in the Pocono area is seeking a Baker to join our pastry team. You will assist the Pastry Sous Chef in bake shop operations, ensuring the proper preparation of all baked goods for resort restaurants, outlets, and banquets.

As part of a high-volume operation, you will contribute to crafting fresh, high-quality pastries and desserts, maintain standards, and support leadership in daily pastry production.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a high-volume/fine dining/banquet pastry kitchen.
• Associate degree in F&B or culinary institute training is helpful.
• Leadership style rooted in collaboration, respect and service.

Responsibilities

• Help Pastry Sous Chef decorate cakes, statuaries and ornaments for special events, parties and banquets.
• Ensure all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and function through prevention programs.
• Comply with all health, safety and labor regulations for pastry areas and staff.
• Communicate with Pastry Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef and other departments.

Skills

Pastry production

High-volume kitchen

Banquet pastry

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in F&B

Job description

Job Title

Baker

Location(s)

Description

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.

Baker

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Baker . In this role, you will assist the Pastry Sous Chef in bake shop operations assuring the proper preparation of all baked items for the Resort’s restaurants, food and beverage outlets, and banquet day-to-day pastry production and operations .

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 enhance the guest experience by creating fresh, high-quality pastries and desserts that add memorable flavor to every meal and celebration .

This is an hourly wage role

Key Responsibilities

• Help Pastry Sous Chef decorative cakes, statuaries and ornaments for special events , parties, and banquets.
• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving 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 pastry areas, associates and guests.
• Keep an open line of communication with Pastry Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef and Banquet Departments and keep them posted on what is happening in the department

What We’re Looking For

• 1 year experience in a high-volume/fine dining/Banquet/Pastry production kitchen, preferably in a hotel/resort environment is helpful.
• An associate’s degree in F&B and/or course certification from an accredited Culinary Institute is helpful.
• A leadership style rooted in collaboration, respect, and service to others.

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.

| Wisconsin Dells, WI | Sandusky, OH | Pocono Manor, PA | Round Rock, TX | Spotsylvania County, VA |

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Wisconsin Dells - 608-254-5466 ext. 42123

Pennsylvania - 570-580-6000 ext. 21077

Texas - 512-582-4765