Entry-Level Cook: Training to Pro Kitchen + Flexible Shifts

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app

Referral bonuses

401(k) with match

PTO with rollover

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on rooms/dining/travel

Growth opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging offers an entry-level Cook role designed for recent culinary graduates or career changers. You will train in a professional hotel kitchen, learning the duties of a cook through a structured program with emphasis on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates bring basic kitchen knowledge and a willingness to learn, with training provided starting day one. The role supports scheduling flexibility and growth across multiple properties in your market.

Qualifications

• Entry-level cook position; no prior restaurant experience required.
• Training provided to learn professional kitchen duties.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Culinarian — learn and practice full duties of a professional cook.
• Follow F&B procedures, health regulations, and safety guidelines.
• Handle food properly, store ingredients, and maintain sanitation.
• Assist in controlling food and labor costs within guidelines.
• Check ingredient freshness and follow recipes and portions.
• Monitor guest feedback and support positive rankings.
• Foster cooperation and respect among coworkers.

Skills

Basic kitchen knowledge

Sautéing

Broiling

Frying

Roasting

Butchery

Garde manger

Pantry

Breakfast cookery

Stand for long hours

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred

Job description

White Lodging offers an entry-level Cook role designed for recent culinary graduates or career changers. You will train in a professional hotel kitchen, learning the duties of a cook through a structured program with emphasis on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates bring basic kitchen knowledge and a willingness to learn, with training provided starting day one. The role supports scheduling flexibility and growth across multiple properties in your market.