Chef - Curveball Kitchen

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading resort as a Chef de Cuisine for the Curveball Kitchen, opening in June 2025. This entry-level supervisory role involves overseeing kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff training while fostering a collaborative environment. Enjoy competitive wages and a people-first culture that values employee growth and development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Perks & discounts

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in culinary leadership, including 2+ in a full-service hotel or resort.
• Understanding of quality and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations, including menu planning and inventory.
• Train, supervise, and develop culinary staff.
• Ensure food quality standards and compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

High School diploma

Culinary certifications

Job description

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About Us

At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. We value our employees and are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our employee development, benefits, and our focus on building meaningful relationships. We offer comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. We also provide ongoing training and development to help our team build skills and advance their careers. Whether you're starting out or a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a collaborative environment that encourages growth and success across over 230 properties worldwide. Join us and experience a company that values its employees and aims to create exceptional guest experiences.

Property

Welcome to OKANA Resort and Indoor WaterPark, located along the Oklahoma River in the Horizons District, near downtown Oklahoma City. Our resort features an indoor waterpark, over 400 guest rooms and suites including riverfront accommodations, diverse dining options, and extensive meeting and event spaces spanning 30,000 sq ft. Join us to contribute to our distinctive atmosphere and foster your personal and professional growth at this world-class destination.

Overview

Shape your leadership skills and career experience by joining our supportive and collaborative team. We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine for our Curveball Kitchen Restaurant, opening June 2025! Our employees are Experience Curators, creating personalized guest experiences that wow our guests time after time.

Our Vision For Our Team Members

• Be part of the opening team at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark
• Contribute to our unique atmosphere and grow professionally
• Be committed to creating exceptional guest experiences
• Be appreciated for your contributions
• Learn and grow with a company that values its staff

Why OKANA

• Competitive wages
• People-first culture
• Health insurance
• Retirement savings
• Growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• Festive environment
• Perks & discounts

About The Role

The Chef de Cuisine - Curveball Kitchen is an entry-level culinary supervisor responsible for assisting in daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, inventory, staff training, and ensuring food quality standards. This hands-on role involves working closely with line cooks and developing the culinary team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist in achieving financial goals
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time
• Oversee food presentation and portioning according to standards
• Coordinate with outlets to ensure quality and consistency
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Promote employee empowerment
• Report unsafe conditions
• Select daily specials based on trends
• Train, supervise, develop, discipline, and counsel staff
• Perform cross-training as needed
• Manage purchasing for quality and quantity
• Ensure sanitation and food safety compliance
• Perform duties of any supervised position
• Train staff on menus, recipes, and standards

What You Bring To The Role

• High School diploma required; culinary certifications preferred
• 3+ years in culinary leadership, including 2+ in a full-service hotel or resort
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Versatility in cooking methods and ingredients
• Understanding of quality and cost control
• Customer-centric approach for guest interactions
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and certifications

Note: This description summarizes the general responsibilities and is not exhaustive.