Banquet Chef

Kalahari Resorts LLC; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holiday compensation

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee perks at all resorts

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Banquet Chef to lead the banquet team, oversee kitchen operations for large-scale events, and ensure high standards of food quality and safety. You will collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef and staff to meet guest expectations while maintaining efficient workflows.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years in high-volume banquet kitchens within hotels or casinos, with strong culinary leadership and a focus on teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in high-volume banquet production within hotel/resort or large convention center
• Strong banquet and large-scale food service experience
• Basic understanding of P&L knowledge
• Able to work in fast-paced environment with high food quality and presentation
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking under tight timelines
• Team-oriented with cross-department collaboration
• Spanish language is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Contribute to large-scale banquet events with emphasis on food quality, presentation, and timely delivery
• Foster a collaborative environment and maintain high operation standards
• Ensure consistent food quality, safety, and cleanliness per resort policies
• Collaborate with other departments and attend daily BEO meetings
• Improve kitchen efficiency and productivity during peak service
• Enforce safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance in the kitchen

Skills

Banquet production

P&L knowledge

High-volume hospitality

Team collaboration

Spanish (helpful)

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Description

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, wedon’tjust 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, andcutting-edgeconvention centers that redefine hospitality.

Butwe’remore thana resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple:Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests,associates, andcommunities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnershipwith charity:water,we’realso committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking aBanquet Chef. In thisrole,you’ll oversee the banquet team in managingkitchen operationsfor large-scale events.You’ll prepare and present high-quality food for all banquet meals,maintainfood safety and sanitation standards, and ensure smooth kitchen workflows.You’llcollaborate with the Executive Sous Chef and kitchen staff to meet guest expectations and adapt to changing event demands whilemaintainingconsistency and efficiency.

As part of our leadership team,you’llembody our Promise toLead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences.Through strong culinary leadership, attention to detail, and collaboration with the banquet team, you help deliver the outstanding hospitality our guests expect while fostering a supportive and high-performing environment for associates.

Weekends, evenings, and holiday availability area must.

Key Responsibilities

• Contributeto theexecution oflarge-scale banquet events, ensuring food quality, presentation, andtimelydelivery.
• Fostera collaborative environment tomaintainhigh operational standards.
• Ensure consistent food quality, safety, and cleanlinessin accordance withresort policies and health regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to adjust service based on last-minute changes or guest requests.AttendingdailyBEOmeetings.
• Continuouslyimprove kitchen efficiency and workflows, ensuring high productivity during peak banquet service.
• Enforce proper safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance standards to ensure a safe kitchen environment.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• At least2-3yearsofexperience in a high-volumebanquet production kitchen,preferably withina hotel,resort (500+ rooms), or a large convention center(75,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space).
• Strong culinaryexperiencein banquet andlarge-scalefood serviceoperations.
• Basic understanding ofP&Lknowledge.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment whilemaintaininghigh standardsof food quality and presentation.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively under tight timelines.
• Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to collaborate with otherteam members and departments.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and guest expectations quickly and efficiently.
• Spanish speakingis helpful but,notrequired.
• Culinary degreepreferred butnotrequired.

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, andperksat all resorts
• Educationassistanceprograms to help advance your career

BePart of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leadersLead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime.That’swhywe’reproud to be recognized byForbesas one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and byUSA TODAYas the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whetheryou’redelivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.

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