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White Lodging

Entry Level Cook - Banquets

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$32,858 / year median in North Carolina

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Description Summary:
Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app—perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry! Launch your culinary career with White Lodging — a hospitality company operating premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants across top U.S. cities. This entry-level cook role is ideal for recent culinary school graduates, career changers, or anyone passionate about food and beverage who wants hands-on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No prior restaurant experience required.
Responsibilities:
What You'll Do Train as a Culinarian — learning and practicing the full duties of a professional cook in a structured program Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelines Practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures Assist in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards Check ingredient freshness; follow all recipes and portion-use records Monitor guest feedback scores and work to positively influence rankings Foster a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers What You'll Bring Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cooking techniques Foundational skills in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred — not required; we will train the right candidate Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for long 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.
Additional Information:
This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. and its subsidiary companies (collectively, "Marriott"). The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, termination, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you apply for this position, Marriott will have no involvement in the selection process. Your application information will not be provided to or accessible by Marriott. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee, not Marriott.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Leadership Development