Entry-Level Cook: Training, Growth & Perks

White Lodging; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Advanced scheduling app

Unlimited referral bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO) with rollover

Complimentary wellness tools

Leadership development

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel room, dining & travel discounts

Growth opportunities across multiple酒店

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance—

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

White Lodging is launching an entry-level cook program designed for recent culinary graduates or career changers who want hands-on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required. You will learn the full duties of a professional cook in a structured program.

The role emphasizes adherence to health and safety guidelines, proper food handling, and teamwork. It also offers benefits and opportunities across our premium hotels and dining properties.

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 equipment knowledge

Sautéing

Broiling

Frying

Roasting

Butchery

Garde manger

Pantry

Breakfast cookery

Ability to stand long hours

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

White Lodging is launching an entry-level cook program designed for recent culinary graduates or career changers who want hands-on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required. You will learn the full duties of a professional cook in a structured program.

The role emphasizes adherence to health and safety guidelines, proper food handling, and teamwork. It also offers benefits and opportunities across our premium hotels and dining properties.