Chef Tournant

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, our Promise is simple:
Lead with Love. We care deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

In this role, you’ll thrive on variety, lead with confidence, and be ready to step in wherever needed to support our culinary teams and help deliver the Kalahari Experience—one plate at a time. At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just create meals, we create experiences. From high-energy dining outlets to unforgettable banquets and events, our kitchens are fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by excellence.

As a Chef Tournant, you would lead with love by showing up with a team-first mindset—stepping in wherever needed, supporting teammates during high-pressure moments, sharing knowledge generously, and maintaining high standards with respect, patience, and consistency so every service feels supported and every guest experience stays exceptional.

• Rotate Across Outlets:
  Fill in various kitchens as needed, ensuring smooth operations and consistent food quality.
• Food Prep & Cooking:
  Prepare, cook, and plate menu items in accordance with recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Support Events & Banquets:
  Assist with high-volume production for conventions, group events, and special resort functions.
• Quality & Safety:
  Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, while monitoring ingredient freshness.
• Team Coordination:
  Communicate with chefs and staff, help train junior cooks, and adapt quickly to kitchen needs.
• Inventory & Equipment Oversight:
  Assist with stock management, equipment uses and reporting shortages or malfunctions.

• We require a background of five years' progressive culinary experience and three years of culinary management experience. Preferably in a high-volume resort environment.
• Ability to prepare a wide range of dishes across different cuisines and stations.
• Basic knowledge of P&L, labor control, & food cost/recipe costing.
• Demonstrate flexibility by stepping in where needed to provide hands-on support to teams, maintain service excellence, and ensure seamless execution during high-volume and peak periods.
• A culinary degree is preferred but not required.

• Career growth with promotion from within
• Discounts, perks, and education assistance

Be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us Lead with Love.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.