Entry-Level Cook: Training, Growth & Flexible Scheduling

White Lodging; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

401(k) match

PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts

Job summary

White Lodging in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking an entry-level cook for a structured program in our hotel kitchen. Perfect for recent culinary grads or career changers, with hands-on training and no prior experience required.

You’ll learn together with a professional team, follow health and safety guidelines, and gain exposure to operations across hotel properties. Benefits include daily pay, scheduling flexibility, insurance, PTO, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
• Foundational skills in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, and pantry cookery.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian in a structured program.
• Follow F&B procedures and health regulations.
• Practice proper food handling and sanitation.
• Assist in maintaining food and labor cost standards.
• Check ingredient freshness and follow recipes.
• Monitor guest feedback scores to improve rankings.
• Foster cooperation and respect among coworkers.

Skills

Kitchen equipment

Cooking techniques

Sautéing

Frying

Roasting

Stamina

Education

Culinary degree

Culinary apprenticeship

Job description

White Lodging in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking an entry-level cook for a structured program in our hotel kitchen. Perfect for recent culinary grads or career changers, with hands-on training and no prior experience required.

You’ll learn together with a professional team, follow health and safety guidelines, and gain exposure to operations across hotel properties. Benefits include daily pay, scheduling flexibility, insurance, PTO, and tuition assistance.