
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $30.45
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discount Programs
Job Description
Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to enhancing the daily experiences of individuals through its wide-ranging integrated services. Operating in the food service, facilities management, and catering sectors, Sodexo serves millions of customers across numerous industries worldwide. The company prides itself on fostering environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. With strong commitments to diversity, equality, and inclusion, Sodexo creates workplaces where employees can truly be themselves, share ideas openly, and grow professionally. This ethos drives the company’s success and cements its reputation as a trusted partner to clients and communities alike.
The Cook position at Sodexo, located in Waymo, Mountain View, is a full-time role with a competitive hourly wage of $30.45. This role involves working weekdays during morning, afternoon, or evening shifts, with more detailed scheduling provided during the interview process. As a Cook, you will work within a vibrant, fast-paced kitchen environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are paramount. Your primary responsibility will be to prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold dishes that meet Sodexo’s high culinary standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. You will play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to customers by ensuring food safety, maintaining a clean workspace, and adhering to all regulatory standards.
This position demands a commitment to following recipes accurately, managing food inventory, and supporting team collaboration to meet production and service goals. Whether cooking soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts, the Cook contributes to a seamless dining operation by executing duties efficiently and safely. Sodexo’s commitment to professional growth means that employees in this role will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, potentially turning this job into a rewarding career. The company also emphasizes a supportive and flexible work environment, recognizing the importance of work-life balance and employee well-being.
Additional responsibilities may vary depending on the specific account or client needs, allowing this role to offer diversity and professional challenge. Furthermore, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401k, and employee discount programs. Some locations may also provide site-specific benefits such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support. At Sodexo, you join more than just a company—you become part of a global community dedicated to creating better everyday experiences for everyone involved.
The Cook position at Sodexo, located in Waymo, Mountain View, is a full-time role with a competitive hourly wage of $30.45. This role involves working weekdays during morning, afternoon, or evening shifts, with more detailed scheduling provided during the interview process. As a Cook, you will work within a vibrant, fast-paced kitchen environment where precision, quality, and teamwork are paramount. Your primary responsibility will be to prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold dishes that meet Sodexo’s high culinary standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. You will play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to customers by ensuring food safety, maintaining a clean workspace, and adhering to all regulatory standards.
This position demands a commitment to following recipes accurately, managing food inventory, and supporting team collaboration to meet production and service goals. Whether cooking soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts, the Cook contributes to a seamless dining operation by executing duties efficiently and safely. Sodexo’s commitment to professional growth means that employees in this role will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, potentially turning this job into a rewarding career. The company also emphasizes a supportive and flexible work environment, recognizing the importance of work-life balance and employee well-being.
Additional responsibilities may vary depending on the specific account or client needs, allowing this role to offer diversity and professional challenge. Furthermore, Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401k, and employee discount programs. Some locations may also provide site-specific benefits such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support. At Sodexo, you join more than just a company—you become part of a global community dedicated to creating better everyday experiences for everyone involved.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
- 0 to 2 years of related work experience
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good working knowledge of food preparation
- Requires familiarity of kitchen equipment
- Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
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
- Requires familiarity of kitchen equipment
- Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
Job Duties
- Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is provided
- Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating establishments
- Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
- Significant walking or other means of mobility
- Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds
- Ability to perform repetitive motions
- Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
- Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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