Entry-Level Cook — Training & Growth in Hotel Kitchens

White Lodging; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness tools

Leadership development

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel/dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Health insurance starting day 1

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an entry-level cook to join a professional hotel kitchen in Louisville. This role is ideal for recent culinary graduates or career changers and offers hands-on training with no prior restaurant experience required.

You will train as a Culinarian, follow F&B procedures and health guidelines, practice safe handling, assist with cost controls, and support guest satisfaction through quality prep. Opportunities for growth across hotel properties in your market.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Stamina for fast-paced environment

Teamwork / cooperation

Ability to follow recipes

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

White Lodging is seeking an entry-level cook to join a professional hotel kitchen in Louisville. This role is ideal for recent culinary graduates or career changers and offers hands-on training with no prior restaurant experience required.

You will train as a Culinarian, follow F&B procedures and health guidelines, practice safe handling, assist with cost controls, and support guest satisfaction through quality prep. Opportunities for growth across hotel properties in your market.