Restaurant Line Cook

Kalahari-Resorts-; Pocono Manor (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions invites an energetic Restaurant Line Cook to join our kitchen team at Pocono Manor, PA. You will collaborate with the restaurant Chef to prepare and finish dishes while upholding our high standards of quality and consistency.

As part of our leadership-driven culture, you will help maintain a clean, safe kitchen and contribute to guest experiences through delicious, well-presented meals. Experience in a hotel/ resort setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of progressive culinary experience or a culinary graduate.
• State or Local Law may require a state-certified proper food handling certification.
• ServSafe certification is a plus and leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food items for all restaurant meals and visually inspect plates for quality.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, safety in kitchen and storage areas while minimizing waste.
• Ensure consistent preparation and presentation according to recipes, timing, and standards.
• Keep equipment clean and in good working condition through routine checks and preventive maintenance.
• Comply with all health, safety, and labor regulations pertaining to kitchen areas, associates and guests.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership

Food safety certification

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

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-edg e 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 Restaurant Line Cook 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 contribute to the guest experience by preparing high-quality, flavorful dishes with consistency and care, ensuring every meal reflects our standards of excellence

$1 6 / hr

Key Responsibilities

• A ssistin the preparation of food items for all restaurant meals, visually inspecting all food products to be served to ensure they all meet the quality standards set out by departmental and resort management
• A ssistin ensuring cleanliness , sanitation, safety in the kitchen, and storage areas while minimizing waste, maximizing cost/production ratio
• 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

• 2-3 years of progressive experience as a culinary graduate and/or a minimum of 2 -years culinary experience in a hotel restaurant/ food outlet facility or related field
• State or Local Law may require a certificate upon completion of state-certified proper food handling certification. ServSafe ® certification is a plus.
• 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 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.

Location(s)

| 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

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