Entry Level Cook - Acre 41

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; 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 

Growth opportunities across multiple酒店

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. seeks an entry-level cook to join a structured culinary training program in a professional hotel kitchen. You will rotate through stations, learn core techniques, and practice safe handling, following recipes and portion controls.

No prior restaurant experience required; training provided. The role offers benefits, scheduling flexibility via app, and advancement across hotel properties in key markets.

Qualifications

• Entry-level cook program with hands-on training.
• Foundational cooking skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian — learn full duties of a professional cook in a structured program.
• Follow F&B procedures, health dept 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

Basic cooking skills

Sautéing

Broiling

Frying

Roasting

Butchery

Garde manger

Pantry work

Breakfast cookery

Fast-paced work

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

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!

Launch your culinary career with White Lodging— a hospitality company operating premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants across top U.S. cities. This entry-level cook role is ideal for recent culinary school graduates, career changers, or anyone passionate about food and beverage who wants hands‑on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Bring

• 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

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

• DailyPay — get paid when you need it
• Advanced scheduling with easy shift swapping via our app
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Leadership development & tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel
• Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties in your market
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full-time associates also receive:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance — starting day 1
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave