Lead Line Cook - Repeal

White Lodging; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a Lead Line Cook to join our culinary team in Louisville. This kitchen leadership role is designed for an experienced line cook ready to step into a Sous Chef-in-training capacity, leading daily BOH operations and mentoring junior kitchen staff in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

The role requires strong grill proficiency, high-volume cooking experience, and a background in culinary techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring kitchen staff.
• High-volume fine-dining grill experience required.
• 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.

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

Skills

Line cook leadership

Mentoring staff

High-volume cooking

Grill proficiency

Culinary techniques

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred

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.

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
• High-volume fine-dining grill experience required – candidates must demonstrate proven competency in premium grill execution withing a fast-paced, elevated culinary environment
• 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

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

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