Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Welcome to 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.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
But we’re more than a resort. As a major employer, we provide thousands of jobs and career growth opportunities while delivering exceptional service. Our associates take care of millions of guests each year, making every visit special.
Beyond our walls, we’re making a difference. Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.
Senior Banquet Manager Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a
Senior Banquet Manager.
In this position, you will assist the Director of Banquets to lead the banquet front-of-house team and beverage team in the day-to-day operations of the banquet department. You will also ensure the quality of service, compliance with health, safety, and sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards.
Key Responsibilities Overseeing the execution of events, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering beyond expectations guest experiences. Understanding of and experience implementing SOPs. Develop and implement event plans, including timelines, staffing schedules, and equipment requirements. Collaborate with other departments (catering, kitchen, sales, etc.) to ensure event specifications are met. Ensure events run smoothly by providing guidance and leadership to the team. Provide training and support to ensure staff members understand their roles and deliver high-quality service. Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event, ensuring safety standards are followed. Basic knowledge of P&L and budgets.
What We’re Looking For We do require that you have a background, consisting of at least two years of management experience in a significant convention center or large hotel (over 500-room property). Prior experience as a server, captain, and set-up house person is preferred. Beverage experience is required Prior experience working in banquet/event space centers of 75,000+ sq. ft.
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’re proud to be recognized by
Forbes
as one of
America’s Best Midsize Employers
and by
USA TODAY
as the
#1 Best Indoor Water Park . These awards reflect our commitment to both our guests and team members.
Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering incredible guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.
Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, WI (2000), Sandusky, OH (2005), Pocono Manor, PA (2015), Round Rock, TX (2020), and Spotsylvania County, VA (2026).
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
But we’re more than a resort. As a major employer, we provide thousands of jobs and career growth opportunities while delivering exceptional service. Our associates take care of millions of guests each year, making every visit special.
Beyond our walls, we’re making a difference. Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.
Senior Banquet Manager Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a
Senior Banquet Manager.
In this position, you will assist the Director of Banquets to lead the banquet front-of-house team and beverage team in the day-to-day operations of the banquet department. You will also ensure the quality of service, compliance with health, safety, and sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards.
Key Responsibilities Overseeing the execution of events, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering beyond expectations guest experiences. Understanding of and experience implementing SOPs. Develop and implement event plans, including timelines, staffing schedules, and equipment requirements. Collaborate with other departments (catering, kitchen, sales, etc.) to ensure event specifications are met. Ensure events run smoothly by providing guidance and leadership to the team. Provide training and support to ensure staff members understand their roles and deliver high-quality service. Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event, ensuring safety standards are followed. Basic knowledge of P&L and budgets.
What We’re Looking For We do require that you have a background, consisting of at least two years of management experience in a significant convention center or large hotel (over 500-room property). Prior experience as a server, captain, and set-up house person is preferred. Beverage experience is required Prior experience working in banquet/event space centers of 75,000+ sq. ft.
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’re proud to be recognized by
Forbes
as one of
America’s Best Midsize Employers
and by
USA TODAY
as the
#1 Best Indoor Water Park . These awards reflect our commitment to both our guests and team members.
Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering incredible guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.
Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, WI (2000), Sandusky, OH (2005), Pocono Manor, PA (2015), Round Rock, TX (2020), and Spotsylvania County, VA (2026).
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.