Entry Level Cook - Dean's

White Lodging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

DailyPay

Job summary

White Lodging, operating JW Marriott Indianapolis, seeks a Culinarian to train and execute the full cook duties. You will apply F&B procedures, health regulations, and proper food handling while assisting in cost controls and maintaining quality across meals.

The role emphasizes fast-paced preparation, teamwork, and adherence to recipes. This entry level position offers growth within White Lodging’s hospitality portfolio.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cooking basics

Sautéing

Butchery

Garde manger

Breakfast cookery

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Job description

Description

Position Information

Location: JW Marriott Indianapolis

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 bonuses
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth

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