Pastry Sous Chef — Lead Bakery & Desserts at Resort

Kalahari Resorts LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to support the Executive Pastry Chef in leading daily pastry and bakery operations, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods for resort restaurants, banquets, and food & beverage outlets.

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.

Qualifications

• Experienced pastry professional with strong baking and dessert production skills.
• -Proven leader who can train, motivate, and develop teams.
• Background in a high-volume hotel, resort, banquet, bakery, or restaurant environment.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily pastry operations and ensure high-quality, consistent production.
• Train, coach, and support pastry team members.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and production planning based on business needs.
• Maintain quality, presentation, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Support inventory management, ordering, and cost control efforts.
• Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and special event production.
• Monitor labor and operational efficiency while supporting department goals.
• Help create an engaging, positive, and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences through quality products and service.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and company standards.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Leadership

High-volume service

Quality-focused

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.

Pastry Sous Chef

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to support the Executive Pastry Chef in leading daily pastry and bakery operations, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods for resort restaurants, banquets, and food & beverage outlets.

As part of our leadership team,you’llembody our Promise toLead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences.You’lljoin a talented, results-driven team focused on building strong customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily pastry operations and ensure high-quality, consistent production.
• Train, coach, and support pastry team members.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and production planning based on business needs.
• Maintain quality, presentation, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Support inventory management, ordering, and cost control efforts.
• Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and special event production.
• Monitor labor and operational efficiency while supporting department goals.
• Help create an engaging, positive, and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences through quality products and service.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and company standards.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Experienced pastry professional with strong baking and dessert production skills.
• Proven leader who can train, motivate, and develop teams.
• Background in a high-volume hotel, resort, banquet, bakery, or restaurant environment.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about quality and presentation.
• Strong communicator with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Knowledge of food safety, inventory management, and cost controls.
• Team-focused professional committed to operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
• Flexible and adaptable, including availability for weekends, holidays, and peak business periods.

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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