Senior Line Cook - Zanzibar

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Shift swapping app

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

EAP

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking an experienced line cook to lead in a fast-paced kitchen and mentor junior staff across premium hotel properties in your market.

You’ll oversee daily prep, execute BOH operations, maintain food safety, and help control costs while delivering high-quality meals for guests and staff. Flexible scheduling, growth opportunities, and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Hands-on line cook experience in a busy kitchen.
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily prep and production in BOH operations.
• Maintain recipe standards and portion control.
• Mentor junior cooks and apprentices.
• Ensure proper food handling and storage.
• Support cost targets for food and labor.

Skills

Line cook experience

Sautéing/Broiling/Frying

Mentoring teammates

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred

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.