Lead Line Cooks- Full Time

White Lodging is hiring a Lead Line Cook to join our culinary team! This is a kitchen leadership role designed for an experienced line cook who is ready to take the next step toward becoming a Sous Chef. You'll step into a Sous Chef in training capacity, leading daily back-of-house (BOH) operations, mentoring junior kitchen staff, and keeping production running smoothly across a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

If you're a senior line cook or lead cook looking for a clear path to culinary management, this role offers the hands-on leadership experience you need — backed by one of the country's top hospitality companies operating premium hotels, restaurants, and rooftop bars across the U.Serve as a Sous Chef in training — stepping into full kitchen management responsibilities and overseeing all BOH operations in the Sous Chef's absence

Mentor and collaborate with Entry Level Cooks, Line Cooks, culinary apprentices, and stewards while managing daily food preparation and production in the food outlet

Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelines

Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards to meet financial targets

Monitor guest feedback scores and proactively influence food quality and service consistency

Foster a culture of cooperation, respect, and professional kitchen standards among all coworkers

Solid working knowledge of all commercial kitchen equipment and culinary preparation techniques

Experience leading or mentoring kitchen staff — prior lead cook or senior cook experience strongly preferred

Culinary degree, culinary school training, or apprenticeship preferred — not required

Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for extended periods in a high-volume kitchen

Advanced scheduling with easy shift swapping via our app

• Unlimited employee referral bonuses
• 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
• We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.