Cook

White Lodging; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay option

Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Wellness tools

401(k) with company match

Healthcare concierge

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an Entry Level Cook to train as a culinarian and learn all job duties in our hospitality kitchens. This role follows our food and beverage procedures and health regulations while maintaining high standards for food quality and portion control.

You will contribute to guest satisfaction by ensuring freshness, accuracy of recipes, and teamwork with colleagues. DailyPay and comprehensive benefits accompany the role as you grow within our hotels and restaurants.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills across methods (sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting).
• Ability to stand and move quickly for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform all job duties as an Entry Level Cook (culinarian in training).
• Follow F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal guidelines.
• Maintain food cost and labor cost controls.
• Check freshness of foods and ensure recipe/portion accuracy.
• Monitor guest feedback and support ranking improvements.
• Foster cooperation and respect among coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic cooking skills

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Job description

Description

Summary: Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app—perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry!

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities

• An Entry Level Cook is a Culinarian in training position, the full job description and all job duties will be learned and practiced
• Utilize company F&B procedures as well as health department regulations, and federal guidelines
• Follow proper food handling and storage procedures
• Maintain Food Cost and Labor Cost
• Check freshness of foods and ingredients, ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed
• Be aware of all guest feedback scores and conspire for positive influence on rankings
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• An Entry Level Cook will have basic knowledge of cooking and preparation equipment
• Basic cooking skills, IE: Sautéing, Broiling, Frying, Roasting, Butchery, Garde Manger, Pantry, Breakfast Cookery, etc.
• Culinary Education or apprenticeship is preferred but not mandatory
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time

Other information

• DailyPay option
• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
• Leadership development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.