Lead Line Cook - High Velocity

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. is seeking a Sous Chef in training at JW Marriott Indianapolis to learn and perform all duties of the role in the absence of the Sous Chef.

You will mentor line cooks, apprentices, and stewards while overseeing daily prep and production in the hotel restaurant or outlet. The ideal candidate brings basic cooking skills in multiple techniques, familiarity with kitchen equipment, and a willingness to adhere to F&B procedures and health regulations to control costs and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Sous Chef in training, learning and practicing full job duties in the absence of the Sous Chef.
• Mentor and collaborate with Entry and Senior Line Cooks, apprentices, and stewards while managing daily preparation and production in the food outlet.
• Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
• Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed.
• Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings.
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking skills

Sautéing

Butchery

Garde manger

Fast-paced

Education

Culinary education

Apprenticeship

Job description

Description

Position Information

Location: JW Marriott Indianapolis

Summary

Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app-perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry!

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That's where you come in. You'll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Serve as a Sous Chef in training, learning and practicing full job duties in the absence of the Sous Chef.
• Mentor and collaborate with Entry and Senior Line Cooks, apprentices, and stewards while managing daily preparation and production in the food outlet.
• Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards.
• Check freshness of foods and ingredients; ensure all recipes and portion-use records are followed.
• Be aware of guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings.
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge of all cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time.

Other information

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• DailyPay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth