Daylenes Host

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee appreciation events

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Daylene's Host at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells invites friendly, guest-focused individuals to elevate dining experiences. As part of the leadership team, you’ll model our Promise to Lead with Love, guide staff, and create memorable moments for guests while upholding service standards.

Join a family-owned hospitality company renowned for its growth, strong benefits, and team development.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant experience in a full-service restaurant or service industry.
• Leadership style rooted in collaboration, respect, and service to others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times.
• Remove used tableware between courses; clear and reset tables after guests leave.
• Greet guests, inform them of specials, provide menu tours, and recommend items you genuinely feel guests will enjoy and menu changes.
• Participate as a team and use core values and service expectations listed in the Kalahari Promise daily.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team collaboration

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, 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.

Daylene's Host

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Daylene's Host. In this role, you will provide a friendly, responsive service to create a beyond expectation dining experience for all guests. 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. Your professionalism and helpful attitude will set the tone for a positive overall impression of the Kalahari.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times.
• Remove used tableware between courses; clear and reset tables after guests leave.
• Greet guests, inform them of specials, provide menu tours, and recommend items you genuinely feel guests will enjoy and menu changes.
• Participate as a team and use core values and service expectations listed in the Kalahari Promise daily.

What We’re Looking For

• Prior restaurant experience in a full-service restaurant or a background in the service industry.
• 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.