Lead Line Cook-Austin,TX Position in Austin,TX,USA | Hiring

White Lodging is a leading hospitality company that develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants located in some of the most desirable cities across the United States. Renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences, White Lodging is dedicated to fostering an environment where both guests and employees feel valued and inspired. The company places a strong emphasis on the power of hospitality, recognizing it as a key factor in how people feel and creating spaces that allow employees to thrive personally and professionally. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, White Lodging builds a supportive and nurturing workplace where every associate has the opportunity to grow and succeed. The company is known for its advanced scheduling system and app, which offers employees flexibility with shift swaps and pickups, helping to maintain a balanced work-life experience in the fast-paced food and beverage sector. The flexible scheduling tools are designed with employee preferences in mind, making it easier for team members to manage their time while pursuing their passion in hospitality. The Sous Chef in Training role at White Lodging is an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals eager to grow within a dynamic and supportive food and beverage environment. This position involves hands-on training to prepare for the responsibilities of a Sous Chef, allowing the individual to learn and practice the full scope of duties associated with the role. In this capacity, the Sous Chef in Training will mentor and collaborate with Entry and Senior Line Cooks, apprentices, and stewards, managing daily food preparation and production within the designated food outlet. Adhering to company procedures as well as health department and federal regulations is a critical component of the position, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. The role also includes responsibilities related to maintaining food and labor costs, checking the freshness of ingredients, and ensuring all recipes and portion control standards are strictly followed. A key element of the job is actively contributing to positive guest experience scores, fostering a cooperative and respectful workplace culture, and performing additional duties as assigned. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement, among others. Candidates will find that this position not only hones culinary skills across a variety of cooking methods but also offers opportunities for leadership development and career advancement across White Lodging's multiple hotel properties and food service operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous kitchen experience preferred
• Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long periods of time
• Culinary education or apprenticeship preferred but not mandatory
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to adhering to health and safety regulations