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Sous Chef – Sortino’s Italian Kitchen
Welcome to the Kalahari Experience
At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just plan holidays; we create amazing experiences. Our African-inspired resorts, which include America’s largest indoor waterparks, provide world-class cuisine, opulent spas, exhilarating entertainment, and cutting-edge convention facilities that redefine hospitality.
But we are more than just a resort. As a significant employer, we provide thousands of positions and prospects for advancement, all while providing excellent service. Every year, our workers care for millions of guests, making each visit exceptional.
Beyond our walls, we are making a difference. We’re partnering with charity: water to provide safe water to one million people in Africa.
Sous Chef – Sortino’s Italian Kitchen
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Sous Chef, Sortino’s Italian Kitchen. We are seeking an elevated chef at the top of their game. Sortino’s Italian Kitchen is a new-age red sauce restaurant where old-school Italian cuisine meets the modern age. Sortino’s Italian Kitchen is a casual restaurant and bar that brings to Round Rock a tradition of hospitality established by Giorgio and Giacomo Sortino more than 60 years ago when they opened the original Sortino’s Little Italy restaurant in Sandusky, Ohio.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Chef with the day-to-day operations of a busy, resort-based Italian kitchen, such as preparation, service, and closing.
- Lead and assist culinary staff members in providing a genuine Italian dining experience, including overseeing the pizzeria station.
- Ensure consistent quality, flavor, and presentation in all culinary offerings, from the main dining room to take-out.
- Monitor food cost controls, portioning, prep par levels, and trash management to improve operational efficiency.
- Conduct daily line inspections to ensure that all cooking stations are fully supplied, organized, and ready for efficient service.
- Maintain the highest levels of food safety and cleanliness, including proper product rotation (FIFO), labeling, and storage procedures.
- We require a background of three years of progressive culinary experience and three years of management experience.
- Strong background in Italian cuisine and pizza operations preferred.
- Basic knowledge of P&L, labor control, & food cost/recipe costing.
- Proven ability to maintain composure and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- ServeSafe certification or equivalent (preferred).
- Passion for food, hospitality, and culinary excellence.
A Sample of Our Benefits
- Our team receives a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Opportunities for career advancement include internal promotions, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation.
- Full-time associates receive health, dental, and vision care.
- Employee recognition activities, discounts, and incentives at all resorts.
- Education assistance programs can help you develop your career.
Be a part of something extraordinary.
Kalahari is honored to be named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park. These accolades demonstrate our dedication to both our guests and team members.
Careers thrive here, innovation is encouraged, and each day offers fresh opportunity to create important moments. Whether you’re providing excellent guest service, creating memorable dishes, or leading a team, your efforts have a significant influence.
Current destinations are Wisconsin Dells, WI (2000), Sandusky, OH (2005), Pocono Manor, PA (2015), Round Rock, TX (2020), and Spotsylvania County, VA (2026).