
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.00 - $13.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Career advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k plan
Employee Discount Programs
Site-specific benefits like free meals, uniforms, safety shoes, transportation support
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to creating a better everyday for everyone and building a better life for all. With its widespread presence, Sodexo partners with clients to deliver memorable experiences by offering food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every employee is respected and valued. Sodexo emphasizes culture and belonging, ensuring that employees can bring their authentic selves to work and contribute their ideas to the team. The company is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, or protected veteran status. Sodexo supports and nurtures all its employees by providing fair treatment and an encouraging workplace culture.
This full-time Cook position at East Texas Baptist University offers an hourly wage range of $12.00 to $13.00. Sodexo invites those with experience and a passion for food preparation to join their team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality meals in a demanding kitchen environment. The Cook will be responsible for preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a wide variety of hot and cold food items according to Sodexo’s culinary standards. This role is pivotal in ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen workspace. Working in fast-paced shifts with open availability preferred, the position involves collaborating closely with other kitchen staff to provide an exceptional dining experience for clients. Duties include recipe adherence, tasting, food preparation accuracy, maintaining health standards, and record-keeping. The physical nature of the job requires stamina for walking or standing for long periods, as well as the ability to lift and move significant weight safely. Sodexo provides full training and development opportunities, helping employees turn their job into a career while supporting work-life balance through flexible scheduling. The role might include additional responsibilities tailored to specific client or business needs, making it a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for dedicated culinary professionals. Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company that values your individuality and contributions while offering a robust benefits package and potential for advancement within the organization.
This full-time Cook position at East Texas Baptist University offers an hourly wage range of $12.00 to $13.00. Sodexo invites those with experience and a passion for food preparation to join their team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality meals in a demanding kitchen environment. The Cook will be responsible for preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a wide variety of hot and cold food items according to Sodexo’s culinary standards. This role is pivotal in ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen workspace. Working in fast-paced shifts with open availability preferred, the position involves collaborating closely with other kitchen staff to provide an exceptional dining experience for clients. Duties include recipe adherence, tasting, food preparation accuracy, maintaining health standards, and record-keeping. The physical nature of the job requires stamina for walking or standing for long periods, as well as the ability to lift and move significant weight safely. Sodexo provides full training and development opportunities, helping employees turn their job into a career while supporting work-life balance through flexible scheduling. The role might include additional responsibilities tailored to specific client or business needs, making it a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for dedicated culinary professionals. Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company that values your individuality and contributions while offering a robust benefits package and potential for advancement within the organization.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Up to 2 years of related experience
- Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment operation
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to maintain food safety standards
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
- Ability to perform repetitive motions
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience
- 0 to 2 years of related work experience
- Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and food-handling procedures preferred
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good working knowledge of food preparation
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment
- Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
Job Duties
- Prepare food in accordance with federal, state and corporate standards
- Follow basic recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving food
- Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records
- Walk or stand for extended periods during shifts
- Reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
- Perform repetitive motions
- Attend work and show for scheduled shifts on time
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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