Lead Line Cook - Mentorship & Growth in Busy Kitchen

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app

401(k) with company match

Paid time off with rollover

Wellness tools

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotel stays/dining/travel

Leadership development

Job summary

White Lodging is hiring an experienced line cook to lead in a fast-paced kitchen, mentor junior cooks, and ensure top-quality service across hotel dining venues. You’ll handle daily prep, ensure proper food handling, and support cost controls while upholding safety standards.

You’ll bring hands-on kitchen experience, proficiency in multiple cooking techniques, and a culinary background. This is a full-time, on-site role with growth opportunities across properties.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Proficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred — not required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor entry-level cooks and apprentices; oversee daily prep and production.
• Execute BOH operations following F&B procedures, health codes, and federal guidelines.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation at all times.
• Help maintain food cost and labor cost targets.
• Check ingredient freshness; uphold recipe standards and portion-use records.
• Positively influence guest feedback through consistent food quality.
• Foster a respectful, cooperative team culture.

Skills

Sautéing

Broiling

Frying

Roasting

Butchery

Garde manger

Pantry

Breakfast cookery

Commercial kitchen equipment

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

White Lodging is hiring an experienced line cook to lead in a fast-paced kitchen, mentor junior cooks, and ensure top-quality service across hotel dining venues. You’ll handle daily prep, ensure proper food handling, and support cost controls while upholding safety standards.

You’ll bring hands-on kitchen experience, proficiency in multiple cooking techniques, and a culinary background. This is a full-time, on-site role with growth opportunities across properties.