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Prairie Ridge Health

Station Chef - PRN

Columbus, WI · On-site

Prairie Ridge Health is looking for a team member to join our Culinary Department in the role of Station Chef. This position is a 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week), as needed with shifts between 5:30am-7 ...

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Baker

Wisconsin Dells, WI · On-site

$12 - $15.75/hr

In this role you will assist the Pastry Chef in bake shop operations assuring the proper preparation of all baked items for the Resort's restaurants, food and beverage outlets, and banquet day-to-day ...

Benchmark

Line Cook

Cambria, WI

$18 - $22.50/hr

The Cook assists the Chef in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook will maintain a passive leadership ...

Reedsburg Country Club

Line Cook

Reedsburg, WI · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

... in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.Answer, report, and follow the Executive Chef's instructions.Clean up station and take care of leftover food.Assist with dishes and deep cleaning ...

Reedsburg Country Club

Line Cook

Reedsburg, WI · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Cook menu items to standard recipes, in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff. * Answer, report, and follow the Executive Chef's instructions. * Clean up station and take care of leftover ...

Reedsburg Country Club

Line Cook

Reedsburg, WI

$14 - $17/hr

Cook menu items to standard recipes, in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff. * Answer, report, and follow the Executive Chef's instructions. * Clean up station and take care of leftover ...

Great Wolf Resorts

Restaurant Line Cook

Baraboo, WI · On-site

$19.25/hr

The Restaurant Line Cook prepares food in accordance with recipes set by the executive chef, ensuring meal quality and exceeding guest expectations. Hiring immediately with full-time, part-time, and ...

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How much do chef in jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in in Portage, WI is $26.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.88 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chef In vs Sous Chef?

AspectChef InSous Chef
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary degreesCooking certifications, culinary degrees
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, hotelKitchen, restaurant, hotel
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, hotels, cateringRestaurants, hotels, catering
Role FocusOversees kitchen operations, menu planningAssists head chef, supervises kitchen staff

Both Chef In and Sous Chef roles require culinary certifications and work in similar kitchen environments within the hospitality industry. The Chef In typically oversees kitchen operations and menu planning, while the Sous Chef supports the head chef and manages daily kitchen activities. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in culinary settings.

Is a chef a high paid job?

The salary of a chef varies based on experience, location, and type of establishment. Executive chefs and those working in high-end restaurants or hotel kitchens tend to earn higher wages, with some reaching six-figure incomes, while entry-level chefs typically earn lower salaries. Skills such as culinary expertise and management can influence earning potential.

What jobs can I get as a chef?

As a chef, you can pursue various roles such as executive chef, sous chef, pastry chef, line cook, or culinary instructor. These positions typically require culinary skills, experience, and sometimes certifications like ServSafe or food safety training. Opportunities exist in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and institutional kitchens.

What jobs can you do as a chef?

As a chef, you can work in various roles such as executive chef, sous chef, pastry chef, line cook, or kitchen manager. These positions involve preparing food, managing kitchen staff, and overseeing food quality, often requiring culinary skills, certifications, and experience in different cuisines or kitchen environments.

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Corporate Chef

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Wisconsin Dells, WI • On-site

$135K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Kalahari Resorts rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 96 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 107 rated hotels

Job description

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.
Corporate Chef
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Corporate Chef. In this role, you will support culinary excellence, consistency, and operational success across our resorts in Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia. This position is based in Wisconsin Dells and reports to the Corporate Executive Chef.
This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for an accomplished culinary professional who thrives in high-volume, multi-property environments. You will partner with Executive Chefs and Food & Beverage leaders to elevate culinary execution, develop talent, improve operational performance, and successfully introduce new programs and initiatives throughout the organization.
The ideal candidate will bring broad culinary leadership experience and practical sushi expertise to help us continue executing and growing our sushi programs at a high level.
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. Through mentoring culinary teams, developing talent, and fostering operational excellence, you'll empower associates to deliver memorable dining experiences while upholding Kalahari's commitment to outstanding hospitality.
In this role, frequent travel between Kalahari properties is required.
Salary Range - $135k - $140k
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide hands-on culinary leadership and operational support across all Kalahari properties.
  • Conduct property visits focused on food quality, presentation, safety, sanitation, recipe adherence and brand consistency.
  • Partner with Executive Chefs and culinary leaders to identify opportunities and implement practical action plans.
  • Develop and deliver culinary training programs supporting menu consistency, leadership development and operational excellence.
  • Assist with onboarding and developing Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs and other key culinary leaders.
  • Support recipe development, menu rollouts, culinary innovation and new operational initiatives.
  • Provide leadership for high-volume conventions, banquets, VIP experiences, special events and peak operating periods.
  • Support new resort openings, renovations, culinary transitions and other major projects.
  • Help strengthen Kalahari's sushi programs through menu development, training, purchasing practices and quality standards.
  • Support property teams in achieving food-cost, labor and operational goals.
  • Assist with recipe costing, inventory management, purchasing strategies and waste-reduction initiatives.
  • Serve as a trusted resource, coach and mentor to culinary leaders across the organization.

What We're Looking For
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressive culinary leadership experience within upscale resorts, hotels, restaurants, convention centers or multi-unit operations.
  • Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, Executive Sous Chef or in a comparable senior culinary leadership role.
  • Extensive knowledge of high-volume restaurants, banquets, catering and special-event execution.
  • A proven ability to lead, coach and develop culinary teams.
  • Strong financial acumen, including food-cost management, labor management, budgeting and menu profitability.
  • Excellent communication, organization, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
  • The adaptability to support diverse culinary operations across multiple locations.
  • The ability and willingness to travel frequently and work extended hours, weekends or holidays when operational needs require it.
  • Multi-property, resort or convention-center culinary experience is preferred.
  • Experience supporting culinary openings, renovations or operational transitions is preferred.
  • Sushi experience or a strong working knowledge of sushi operations is preferred.

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 by 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.
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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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