Line Cook - Double Cut

Kalahari Resorts; Round Rock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; 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

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Line Cook for our Double Cut Steakhouse. You will support the Chef in preparing and finishing menu items, ensuring high quality and consistent presentation for guests.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining equipment cleanliness, and complying with health and safety standards to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of progressive culinary experience or a culinary graduate.

Responsibilities

• Assist the restaurant Chef in the preparation and completion of food items.
• Ensure recipes, portions, timing, and presentation meet standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and proper equipment operation.

Skills

Culinary experience

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Flat grill

Pasta well

Steam table

Browning oven

Cheese chopper/grater

Steam jacket

Ovens

Top Burners

Pizza and Dessert Cooler

Slicer

Broiler

Steamer

Knives

Job 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.

Line Cook - Double Cut

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Line Cook for our Double Cut Steakhouse. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the restaurant Chef in the preparation and completion of food items.

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 prepare high-quality, flavorful meals with consistency, helping to create a satisfying and memorable dining experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all food and beverage products are consistently prepared and served according to the facility recipes, portioning, cooking, timing, serving, and presentation 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 kitchen areas, associates and guests.

What We’re Looking For

• 1 year of related progressive experience as a culinary graduate and/or at least 1 year of progressive culinary experience in a hotel restaurant/food outlet facility or related field helpful.
• State or Local Law may require a certificate upon completion of state-certified proper food handling certification. ServSafe® certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of equipment to be operated, but not limited to are: Flat grill, Pasta well, Steam table, Browning oven, Cheese chopper/grater, Steam jacket, Ovens, Top Burners, Pizza and Dessert Cooler, Slicer, Broiler, Steamer, and Knives.
• Steakhouse experience is desired.
• Must be able to communicate, read, write, and speak English effectively. Bi-lingual skills are preferred but not required.

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.

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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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