Culinary Team Lead: Menu, Mentoring & Quality

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) with

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily kitchen operations at our Austin properties. You will lead food preparation, mentor staff, and partner with the front-of-house team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

You’ll drive menu execution, control costs, and foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture that supports the growth and development of our associates. Associate’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Leadership and organizational skills to oversee culinary operations.
• Ability to ensure consistency and quality across all operations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to enhance guest experiences.
• Coaching and developing talent for career growth.
• Associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with fresh ingredients and seasonal techniques.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, and managing culinary staff.
• Uphold strict cleanliness, food handling, and sanitation standards.
• Organize and manage food prep operations, including menus and timelines.
• Control food costs by monitoring inventory and minimizing waste.
• Mentor associates for career growth and advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Guest experience focus

Coaching & development

Collaboration with FOH

Education

Associate's degree in culinary arts or business administration

Job description

White Lodging is seeking an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily kitchen operations at our Austin properties. You will lead food preparation, mentor staff, and partner with the front-of-house team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

You’ll drive menu execution, control costs, and foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture that supports the growth and development of our associates. Associate’s degree preferred.