Banquet Cook - Training Path & Flexible Scheduling

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift scheduling app

Referral bonuses

401(k) match

PTO with rollover

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel discounts

Career growth opportunities

EAP

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

White Lodging in Austin, TX is seeking an entry-level Cook (Culinarian) to train in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required; perfect for recent culinary graduates or career changers who want hands-on training while balancing life in hospitality.

You will learn full cook duties, follow food-safety standards, participate in cost controls, and support a collaborative kitchen team across multiple properties in your market.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and techniques.
• Foundational sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, and garde manger skills.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred, but training provided.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian and learn full duties of a professional cook.
• Follow F&B procedures, health regulations, and food safety guidelines.
• Practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
• Check ingredient freshness and follow recipes and portions.
• Monitor guest feedback and influence rankings.
• Foster cooperation and respect among coworkers.

Skills

Kitchen basics

Cooking techniques

Stamina for fast pace

Food safety awareness

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

White Lodging in Austin, TX is seeking an entry-level Cook (Culinarian) to train in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required; perfect for recent culinary graduates or career changers who want hands-on training while balancing life in hospitality.

You will learn full cook duties, follow food-safety standards, participate in cost controls, and support a collaborative kitchen team across multiple properties in your market.