Cook II - Champions

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay option

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an Entry Level Cook at the Courtyard Austin Downtown location. This role provides training for culinary duties and exposure to a professional kitchen environment. You will learn and perform cooking tasks under supervision, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates have basic cooking skills and a willingness to learn. The position is on-site in downtown Austin, offering growth opportunities within White Lodging's portfolio of hotels and dining venues.

Qualifications

• Basic cooking knowledge and preparation skills.
• Ability to stand and move quickly for long periods.
• Willingness to learn and follow F&B procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow company F&B procedures and health department regulations.
• Maintain food and labor costs.
• Check freshness of foods and portion records.
• Ensure recipes and portions are followed.
• Support guest feedback improvement and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic cooking skills

Stand for long periods

Team player

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Tools

Cooking equipment operation

Job description

Description

Position Information

Location: Courtyard Austin Downtown
300 E 4th St, Austin TX 78701

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:

What You'll Do

• 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.