Entry-Level Cook: Fast Training & Hotel Kitchen Growth

White Lodging Services, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app access

Referral bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO) with rollover

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel discounts on rooms, dining, and—

Growth opportunities across properties

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Insurance: medical, dental, vision (on

Day-1 benefits: insurance for full-tim

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level cook to launch a culinary career in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience is required; we offer hands-on training and a structured program for beginners.

You’ll learn full duties of a professional cook, follow safety guidelines, and contribute to food cost control while supporting a welcoming, team-focused environment across premium hotel properties.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred — not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Basic kitchen knowledge

Cooking techniques

Stand for long periods

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

White Lodging Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level cook to launch a culinary career in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience is required; we offer hands-on training and a structured program for beginners.

You’ll learn full duties of a professional cook, follow safety guidelines, and contribute to food cost control while supporting a welcoming, team-focused environment across premium hotel properties.