Sous Chef - 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. **Sous Chef** 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 **Sous Chef** to play a key leadership role in launching and elevating our culinary program from day one. This is a rare opportunity to assist the Head Chef in shaping the culture, standards, and guest experience of a brand-new resort. A full list of our concepts, each needing a Sous Chef, includes: - 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 Niño’s - A friendly Tex-Mex-inspired outlet and tequila bar featuring sizzle and classic flavors As a key culinary leader in a new opening, the Sous Chef will play an essential role in building and leading the kitchen team by hiring, training, executing menus, and establishing operational standards that drive long-term success. This role leads with love by creating a culture rooted in respect, support, and accountability—investing in team development through hands-on mentorship, coaching, and collaboration while fostering an environment where creativity, pride, and excellence can thrive. **These positions are scheduled to begin in mid-September to October.** **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 -** $60k - $70k **Key Responsibilities** - Support daily kitchen operations by leading culinary team members, ensuring food quality, consistency, and efficient execution during service. - Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and guest-focused hospitality. - Assist with inventory, ordering, scheduling, and maintaining sanitation and food safety standards. - Partner with the Executive Chef on menu execution, operational standards, and overall kitchen performance **** **What We’re Looking For** - 3–5 years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume, upscale, steakhouse, supper club, or hospitality-driven environment preferred. - Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams in a fast-paced setting while maintaining high culinary and sanitation standards. - Strong knowledge of food preparation, inventory management, kitchen operations, and food safety regulations. - Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. **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…