Culinary Apprentice: Training, Growth & Perks

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

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO) with rollover

Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and

Travel

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. is offering an entry-level cook program in a professional hotel kitchen in Austin, TX. The role welcomes recent graduates or career changers and provides hands-on training with no prior restaurant experience required.

You’ll train as a Culinarian, follow food safety guidelines, and help control costs while building strong teamwork skills. Benefits include scheduling flexibility and growth opportunities across properties.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
• Foundational skills in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred — not required; we will train the right candidate.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian — learning and practicing the full duties of a professional cook in a structured program
• Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelines
• Practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards
• Check ingredient freshness; follow all recipes and portion-use records
• Monitor guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers

Skills

Kitchen basics

Cooking techniques

Fast-paced work

Food safety basics

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

White Lodging Services, Inc. is offering an entry-level cook program in a professional hotel kitchen in Austin, TX. The role welcomes recent graduates or career changers and provides hands-on training with no prior restaurant experience required.

You’ll train as a Culinarian, follow food safety guidelines, and help control costs while building strong teamwork skills. Benefits include scheduling flexibility and growth opportunities across properties.