Lead Line Cook: Sous Chef-in-Training, Growth & Benefits

White Lodging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Paid Parental Leave

DailyPay option

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with roll

Complimentary wellness tools

Unlimited referral bonuses

Leadership development and tuition-reâ

Job summary

White Lodging’s JW Marriott Indianapolis location is seeking a Sous Chef in training to learn and perform full kitchen duties in the absence of the Sous Chef. You will mentor junior cooks, manage daily prep, and ensure compliance with F&B procedures and health regulations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, recipe discipline, and attention to guest feedback to drive quality and rankings. Culinary skills and fast-paced endurance are essential in this hotel kitchen.

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

Cooking skills

Equipment knowledge

Stamina for fast pace

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred

Tools

Cooking equipment familiarity

Job description

White Lodging’s JW Marriott Indianapolis location is seeking a Sous Chef in training to learn and perform full kitchen duties in the absence of the Sous Chef. You will mentor junior cooks, manage daily prep, and ensure compliance with F&B procedures and health regulations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, recipe discipline, and attention to guest feedback to drive quality and rankings. Culinary skills and fast-paced endurance are essential in this hotel kitchen.