Senior Line Cook - 8Eleven Bistro

White Lodging; West Lafayette (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

401(k) with company match

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotel rooms and dining

Job summary

8Eleven Modern Bistro at Union Club Hotel, a Marriott Autograph Collection property on the Purdue University campus in West Lafayette, Indiana, is seeking an experienced Senior Line Cook to lead our kitchen team.

You will mentor junior cooks, execute high-quality dishes, and uphold strict food safety and presentation standards in a fast-paced, hotel restaurant setting, with opportunities for growth across White Lodging properties.

Qualifications

• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment and line cooking.
• Proficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand and work at a fast pace for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Mentor entry-level cooks and 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

Kitchen equipment

Sautéing & cooking

Culinary training optional

Stamina for fast pace

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship (preferred)

Job description

Description

8Eleven Modern Bistro at Union Club Hotel — a Marriott Autograph Collection property on the campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana — is hiring an experienced Senior Line Cook to join our kitchen team. If you're a skilled culinary professional ready to take the next step in your career, this is your opportunity to lead in a high-quality, full-service hotel restaurant environment in the Greater Lafayette, Indiana area.

Description

8Eleven Modern Bistro at Union Club Hotel — a Marriott Autograph Collection property on the campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana — is hiring an experienced Senior Line Cook to join our kitchen team. If you're a skilled culinary professional ready to take the next step in your career, this is your opportunity to lead in a high-quality, full-service hotel restaurant environment in the Greater Lafayette, Indiana area.

As a Senior Line Cook at 8Eleven Modern Bistro, you'll bring your culinary expertise to a fast-paced, upscale kitchen — executing restaurant-quality dishes, mentoring junior cooks, and upholding the food quality and consistency standards that define the guest experience. From mise en place to plate presentation, you'll play a key role in the daily success of one of West Lafayette's premier hotel dining destinations. If you're looking for line cook jobs in Lafayette, Indiana or senior cook positions in the Purdue University area, this is a rare opening at a one-of-a-kind property.

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.

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

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.