Lead Line Cook & Sous Chef in Training | Flex Scheduling

White Lodging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (Day

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

DailyPay option

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Discounts on hotel rooms and dining

Job summary

White Lodging's JW Marriott Indianapolis location seeks a Sous Chef in training to learn and perform duties in the absence of the Sous Chef, while mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will assist in daily prep, ensure recipes, portions, and quality, and support cost control efforts in a premium hotel kitchen environment. This role offers growth through hands-on leadership and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time.

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

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Cooking skills

Fast-paced endurance

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Job description

White Lodging's JW Marriott Indianapolis location seeks a Sous Chef in training to learn and perform duties in the absence of the Sous Chef, while mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will assist in daily prep, ensure recipes, portions, and quality, and support cost control efforts in a premium hotel kitchen environment. This role offers growth through hands-on leadership and training opportunities.