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Compensation starts at $17.55!
8Eleven Modern Bistro at Union Club Hotel - a Marriott Autograph Collection property on the campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana - is hiring an experienced Senior Line Cook to join our kitchen team. If you're a skilled culinary professional ready to take the next step in your career, this is your opportunity to lead in a high-quality, full-service hotel restaurant environment in the Greater Lafayette, Indiana area.
As a Senior Line Cook at 8Eleven Modern Bistro, you'll bring your culinary expertise to a fast-paced, upscale kitchen - executing restaurant-quality dishes, mentoring junior cooks, and upholding the food quality and consistency standards that define the guest experience. From mise en place to plate presentation, you'll play a key role in the daily success of one of West Lafayette's premier hotel dining destinations. If you're looking for line cook jobs in Lafayette, Indiana or senior cook positions in the Purdue University area, this is a rare opening at a one-of-a-kind property.
Who We Are
Join White Lodging - a hospitality company operating premium hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in top U.S. cities. We're hiring an experienced line cook who is ready to lead in a fast-paced kitchen environment and mentor the next generation of culinary talent.
Enjoy flexible scheduling, easy shift swapping via our app, and a career path with real growth across multiple hotel properties in your market.
What You'll Do
Mentor entry-level cooks and culinary apprentices; oversee daily prep and productionExecute back-of-house (BOH) operations following F&B procedures, health codes, and federal guidelinesEnsure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation at all timesHelp maintain food cost and labor cost targetsCheck ingredient freshness; uphold recipe standards and portion-use recordsPositively influence guest feedback through consistent food qualityFoster a respectful, cooperative team cultureWhat You'll Bring
Hands-on experience with commercial kitchen equipmentProficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookeryCulinary degree or apprenticeship preferred - not requiredAbility to stand and work at a fast pace for extended periodsWhat You Can Look Forward To
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)Life Insurance and Disability InsurancePaid Parental LeaveDailyPay optionEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(k) with company matchVacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rolloverComplimentary wellness toolsUnlimited referral bonusesLeadership development and tuition reimbursementDiscounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiencesMultiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growthWhite Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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Position InformationLocation: Union Club Hotel at Purdue
Summary:
This is a highly visible and key supervisory role responsible for assisting the Banquet Manager in the successful ownership and operational execution of Banquet and Meeting functions and duties. The Banquet Supervisor serves as an unofficial hourly paid assistant manager to the Banquet Manager.
Responsibilities:
• To take complete ownership and accountability of an event from the planning and preparation phases, through to the successful execution and tear down of the event and on to the post-con stages.
• To take an ownership, "stewardship" position within the department and hotel to ensure operational excellence.
• To know, comply with, and enforce all hotel and departmental standards, policies and procedures.
• To assist in the writing of additional standards, policies and procedures for the department.
• To keep the entire department clean & organized at all times.
• To promote and support effective departmental and hotel communication through the use of phones, voice-mail, radios, copiers, written correspondence and verbal communication.
• To promote, and maintain effective, confidential, secure record keeping, as well as associate and guest info.
• Maintain complete knowledge of proper forecasting and scheduling as well as complete, accurate and timely payroll procedures.
• Maintain complete working knowledge of : CI and accounts receivable systems and procedures; scheduled in-house group names and information; order of service and traffic flow in an event area; correct use and maintenance of equipment; all departmental standards and service procedures; prices of specified selections of cash functions.
• Prepare consumption forms in advance for all necessary event orders to ensure accurate billing.
• Attends, participates or leads all meetings as prescribed by the Banquet Manager.
• Maintains accurate, up to date information on the Event Orders.
• Assist in the completion of "BEO Packets", time change notification of staff, making of all necessary copies and posting all necessary sheets or communications.
• Assists in the copying, posting and distributing of "Dailies."
• Maintains complete and accurate information in the accordion file according to standards.
• Ensure all buffet and product signs are created for all events.
• Delegates specific primary duties and side duties to respective staff members and follows up with coaching, praise or guidance.
• Stays abreast of current trends in order to provide the most up to date products and services.
Other duties as assigned
Other information:
SKILLS
• Minimum of 19 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
• Knowledge of various food-service styles (plated, buffet, French, Russian, Table-Side, Butler Service)
• Solid Microsoft Office applications, administrative, math, accounting, and supervisory skills required. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with Guests, Management, Staff and co-workers to their understanding
• Ability to provide legible, written communication
• Knowledge of effective office organizational practices
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• Previous Service/leadership experience needed
• 3 or more years of previous banquet experience, preferably in a four-diamond property.
FULL TIME BENEFIT OVERVIEW
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k)
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary and Discounted Rooms
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