Senior Line Cook

White Lodging; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

401(k) match

PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging in San Antonio is seeking an experienced line cook to lead in a fast-paced kitchen, mentor entry-level cooks, and uphold the brand’s culinary standards across multiple hotel properties.

You will oversee daily prep, execute BOH operations, ensure proper food handling and sanitation, help manage food and labor costs, check ingredient freshness, and influence guest satisfaction through consistent quality.

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.
• Ability to stand and work at a fast pace for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Mentor entry-level cooks and culinary apprentices; oversee daily prep and production
• Execute back-of-house (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

Kitchen equipment handling

Sautéing / cooking methods

Team leadership

Stamina under pressure

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

Who We Are

Join White Lodging — a hospitality company operating premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in top U.S. cities. We're hiring an experienced line cook who is ready to lead in a fast-paced kitchen environment and mentor the next generation of culinary talent.

Description

Summary:

Who We Are

Join White Lodging — a hospitality company operating premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in top U.S. cities. We're hiring an experienced line cook who is ready to lead in a fast-paced kitchen environment and mentor the next generation of culinary talent.

Enjoy flexible scheduling, easy shift swapping via our app, and a career path with real growth across multiple hotel properties in your market.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

• Mentor entry-level cooks and culinary apprentices; oversee daily prep and production


• Execute back-of-house (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

What You'll Bring

• 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


• Ability to stand and work at a fast pace for extended periods

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

• DailyPay — get paid when you need it


• Advanced scheduling with easy shift swapping via our app


• Unlimited employee referral bonuses


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid time off (PTO) with rollover


• Complimentary wellness tools


• Leadership development & tuition reimbursement


• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and travel


• Growth opportunities across multiple hotel properties in your market


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Full-time associates also receive:
  
  
  
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance — starting day 1
  
  
  • Life and disability insurance
  
  
  • Paid parental leave
  
  
  
  

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