Chef de Cuisine - Resort Outlet

**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 making waves in the Mid-Atlantic with our newest location in Spotsylvania, Virginia, expected to open late 2026. Our fifth resort will feature over 175,000 square feet of indoor waterpark fun, 900 family-friendly suites, and a massive convention center. **Chef De Cuisine** At our newest resort destination in Virginia, we’re not just opening a property—we’re creating an experience. We’re seeking a dynamic, hands-on **Chef de Cuisine** to play a key leadership role in launching and elevating our culinary program from day one. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the culture, standards, and guest experience of a brand-new resort. As a leader in a new opening environment, the Chef de Cuisine will be instrumental in hiring, training, menu execution, and establishing best practices that set the tone for long-term success. This role leads with love by fostering a culture of respect, care, and accountability—developing people as passionately as menus, supporting team members through mentorship and feedback, and creating an environment where pride, collaboration, and excellence can thrive. A full list of our concepts, each needing a Chef de Cuisine, include: - Double Cut Steak House – Our signature steakhouse serving bold flavors. - B-LUX Grill & Bar – Deliciously unique burgers and shakes handcrafted from scratch. - Sortino’s Italian Kitchen – A modern elevated Italian restaurant and bar. - Cinco Niños - A friendly Mexican outlet and tequila bar featuring sizzle and classic flavors **These positions are scheduled to begin in mid-August.** **We’re taking our time to find the right chef—a visionary who leads with both creativity and humility. This process will include discovery calls, casual conversations, and in-person interviews as we get closer to launch.** **** **Salary Range -** $70k - $90k **Key Responsibilities** **** - Execute a menu that has been designed for you, from Kalahari corporate. - Overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring cleanliness, consistency, and efficiency. - Leading, training, and mentoring culinary staff, from prep cooks to sous chefs. - Managing food costs, inventory, and vendor relationships. - Executing memorable tableside presentations like Prime Rib Carving and Baked Alaska. - Collaborating with leadership to ensure a seamless front-and-back-of-house experience. **** **What We’re Looking For** **** - At least 5 years of culinary leadership experience, preferably in a fine dining, steakhouse, or supper club environment. - Passion for both traditional Midwestern flavors and modern culinary techniques. - Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. - Experience in cost control, purchasing, and kitchen labor management. - Strong communication and leadership skills, and a genuine joy for creating exceptional guest experiences. **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 car…