Entry Level Cook

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

DailyPay option

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Discounts on hotel rooms & dining

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. is seeking a Culinarian to join our kitchen team. You will train as a cook and learn the full duties of a culinary role while following company F&B procedures and health guidelines.

You will help maintain quality, control costs, and support a positive guest experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This position emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.
• Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian and learn the full duties of a cook.
• Follow F&B procedures, health regulations, and federal guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining food and labor cost standards.
• Check freshness of foods and ensure recipes and portions are followed.
• Be aware of guest feedback scores and help improve them.
• Foster teamwork and respect among coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking basics

Food prep

Stand for long periods

Teamwork

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Tools

Preparation equipment

Job description

Description

Location: The Shepherd Hotel

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.

What You’ll Do

• Train as a Culinarian, learning and practicing the full job description and duties of a cook.
• Utilize company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal guidelines.
• Follow proper food handling and storage procedures.
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
• Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed.
• Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings.
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Basic knowledge of cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills, including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time.

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• DailyPay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonusesLeadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth