Entry Level Cook - Banquets

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

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift scheduling app

Referral bonuses

401(k) match

PTO with rollover

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel discounts

Career growth opportunities

EAP

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

White Lodging in Austin, TX is seeking an entry-level Cook (Culinarian) to train in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required; perfect for recent culinary graduates or career changers who want hands-on training while balancing life in hospitality.

You will learn full cook duties, follow food-safety standards, participate in cost controls, and support a collaborative kitchen team across multiple properties in your market.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and techniques.
• Foundational sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, and garde manger skills.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred, but training provided.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian and learn full duties of a professional cook.
• Follow F&B procedures, health regulations, and food safety guidelines.
• Practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
• Check ingredient freshness and follow recipes and portions.
• Monitor guest feedback and influence rankings.
• Foster cooperation and respect among coworkers.

Skills

Kitchen basics

Cooking techniques

Stamina for fast pace

Food safety awareness

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

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

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.