Chef de Cusine - Steak House

Kalahari Resorts LLC; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team at Double Cut Steakhouse, delivering bold flavors with premium ingredients and refined technique. You will inspire a high-performing staff and bring creativity, precision, and passion to every plate.

The role demands a minimum of 3 years in progressive culinary roles and 3 years in management, with strong supervision and inventory/purchasing skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years progressive culinary experience and 3 years of management experience are required.
• 2+ years of experience in a high-volume restaurant/food outlets production kitchen.
• Proven culinary supervisory experience in restaurant and food service.
• Knowledge of inventory management and purchasing processes.
• Experience with P&L accountability or managed food service with cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the sous chef to lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume, dinner-only steakhouse kitchen.
• Ensure consistent quality, flavor, and presentation across menus and service channels.
• Monitor food cost controls, portioning, prep par levels, and waste management to optimize efficiency.
• Conduct daily line checks to ensure stations are stocked, organized, and ready for service.
• Maintain strict food safety, FIFO, labeling, and proper storage throughout the kitchen.
• Keep a clean, compliant kitchen aligned with health department and resort standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Management experience

Supervisory experience

Inventory & Purchasing

P&L accountability

Job description

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, United States

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.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Chef De Cuisine. In this role, you will lead the culinary experience at Double Cut Steakhouse, where bold flavors, premium ingredients, and elevated technique come together to create an unforgettable dining destination. We’re seeking a dynamic Chef de Cuisine ready to inspire a high-performing team and bring creativity, precision, and passion to every plate.

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 bring people together through authentic Italian flavors crafted with care, creating memorable dining moments that elevate the guest experience. Your leadership will inspire pride, passion, and collaboration among associates, enriching the resort’s hospitality and welcoming spirit.

Salary Range - $80,000k - $85,000k per year

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the sous chef in leading the day-to-day operations of a high-volume, dinner-only, Steakhouse resort-based kitchen, including preparation, service, and closing procedures.
• Ensure consistent quality, flavor, and presentation across all culinary offerings, from the main dining room to take-out services.
• Monitor food cost controls, portioning, prep par levels, and waste management to support operational efficiency.
• Conduct daily line checks to verify that all kitchen stations are fully stocked, organized, and ready for smooth service.
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation, including proper product rotation (FIFO), labeling, and storage practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning kitchen in compliance with health department and resort standards.

What We’re Looking For

• We require a background of 3 years’ progressive culinary experience and 3 years of management experience. Experience with steakhouse cuisine is ideal.
• We require 2+ years of experience in a high-volume restaurant/food outlets production kitchen.
• Proven culinary supervisory experience in restaurant and food service.
• Has inventory and purchasing knowledge.
• Control and experience with P&L accountability and/or managed food service experience with a proven ability to successfully control food costs.

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