Sous Chef in Training: Lead Line Cook

White Lodging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

DailyPay

EAP

401(k)

PTO rollover

Wellness tools

Referral bonuses

Leadership development

Tuition reimbursement

Hotel and dining discounts

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a Sous Chef in training at JW Marriott Indianapolis to learn and execute full duties in the absence of the Sous Chef. You will mentor entry and senior line cooks, manage daily prep, and ensure compliance with F&B procedures and safety standards.

You will help control food and labor costs, monitor freshness, follow recipes and portion controls, and contribute to guest satisfaction through teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all cooking and preparation equipment.
• Basic cooking skills including sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery.
• Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory.
• 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 knowledge

Sautéing

Butchery

Time management

Education

Culinary education or apprenticeship

Tools

Cooking equipment

Job description

White Lodging is seeking a Sous Chef in training at JW Marriott Indianapolis to learn and execute full duties in the absence of the Sous Chef. You will mentor entry and senior line cooks, manage daily prep, and ensure compliance with F&B procedures and safety standards.

You will help control food and labor costs, monitor freshness, follow recipes and portion controls, and contribute to guest satisfaction through teamwork and reliability.