Lead Line Cook - Acre 41

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotel dining and travel

Growth opportunities across properties

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance—

Parental leave

Job summary

White Lodging is hiring a Lead Line Cook to guide daily back‑of‑house operations in a fast‑paced hotel kitchen. You will oversee line production, mentor junior cooks, and step into Sous Chef in training to ensure smooth service and top quality.

This role suits an experienced line cook ready to advance into kitchen leadership, with support from a leading hospitality company operating premium hotels and dining venues nationwide.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership in a kitchen setting required.
• Experience mentoring line cooks and prep staff.
• Proficiency in diverse cooking techniques and station management.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily BOH operations in the absence of the Sous Chef.
• Mentor and collaborate with cooks and apprentices to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to health regulations and recipe standards.
• Monitor food and labor costs to meet targets.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in all stations.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Sautéing

Mentoring Junior Staff

Food safety knowledge

Cost awareness

High‑volume kitchen

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

Who We Are

White Lodging is hiring a Lead Line Cook to join our culinary team! This is a kitchen leadership role designed for an experienced line cook who is ready to take the next step toward becoming a Sous Chef. You'll step into a Sous Chef in training capacity, leading daily back‑of‑house (BOH) operations, mentoring junior kitchen staff, and keeping production running smoothly across a fast‑paced hotel kitchen environment.

Description

Summary:

Who We Are

White Lodging is hiring a Lead Line Cook to join our culinary team! This is a kitchen leadership role designed for an experienced line cook who is ready to take the next step toward becoming a Sous Chef. You'll step into a Sous Chef in training capacity, leading daily back‑of‑house (BOH) operations, mentoring junior kitchen staff, and keeping production running smoothly across a fast‑paced hotel kitchen environment.

If you're a senior line cook or lead cook looking for a clear path to culinary management, this role offers the hands‑on leadership experience you need — backed by one of the country's top hospitality companies operating premium hotels, restaurants, and rooftop bars across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Sous Chef in training — stepping into full kitchen management responsibilities and overseeing all BOH operations in the Sous Chef's absence
• Mentor and collaborate with Entry Level Cooks, Line Cooks, culinary apprentices, and stewards while managing daily food preparation and production in the food outlet
• Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelines
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards to meet financial targets
• Check ingredient freshness; enforce all recipe standards and portion‑use records across the team
• Monitor guest feedback scores and proactively influence food quality and service consistency
• Foster a culture of cooperation, respect, and professional kitchen standards among all coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Solid working knowledge of all commercial kitchen equipment and culinary preparation techniques
• Demonstrated proficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery
• Experience leading or mentoring kitchen staff — prior lead cook or senior cook experience strongly preferred
• Culinary degree, culinary school training, or apprenticeship preferred — not required
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for extended periods in a high‑volume kitchen

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

• DailyPay — get paid when you need it
• Advanced scheduling with easy shift swapping via our app
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Leadership development & tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel
• Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties in your market
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full-time associates also receive:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance — starting day 1
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.