Lead Line Cook

Who We Are: 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.S.

What You'll Do: Serve as a Sous Chef in training — stepping into full kitchen management responsibilities and overseeing all BOH operations in the Sous Chef's absenceMentor and collaborate with Entry Level Cooks, Line Cooks, culinary apprentices, and stewards while managing daily food preparation and production in the food outletFollow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelinesAssist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards to meet financial targetsCheck ingredient freshness; enforce all recipe standards and portion-use records across the teamMonitor guest feedback scores and proactively influence food quality and service consistencyFoster a culture of cooperation, respect, and professional kitchen standards among all coworkersPerform other duties as assigned What You'll Bring Solid working knowledge of all commercial kitchen equipment and culinary preparation techniquesDemonstrated proficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookeryExperience leading or mentoring kitchen staff — prior lead cook or senior cook experience strongly preferredCulinary degree, culinary school training, or apprenticeship preferred — not requiredAbility to stand and move at a fast pace for extended periods in a high-volume kitchen

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