Cook

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to making every day better for individuals, communities, and businesses. Renowned for its comprehensive range of services including food service, catering, facilities management, and integrated solutions, Sodexo operates worldwide with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The company prides itself on creating an inclusive work environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work, feel respected, and have their contributions valued. Sodexo fosters a culture of belonging which encourages collaboration, growth, and mutual respect among its diverse workforce, aligning its mission with economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities it serves.

The Cook position at Sodexo is a full-time role located at Our Lady of the Lake, offering a salary of $15 per hour. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced kitchen settings and are passionate about providing high-quality culinary experiences. The Cook is responsible for preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a variety of hot and cold food items across all meal periods and events. Adhering to Sodexo’s culinary standards for quality, presentation, and consistency is essential for success in this role. The position demands a strong commitment to food safety, sanitation, workstation organization, and teamwork.

Working as a Cook at Sodexo means engaging in diverse responsibilities from following recipes precisely to ensuring that food preparation complies with federal, state, and corporate standards. This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand or walk for extended periods, and perform tasks such as bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy items safely. The Cook supports Sodexo’s objective of delivering an exceptional dining experience to customers by maintaining the highest culinary and safety standards while contributing positively to a team environment.

Beyond routine cooking duties, the Cook helps to maintain accurate production records, estimate food requirements, monitor quality standards, and support seamless kitchen operations. This position involves working flexible schedules with varying shifts and open availability preferred. Employees benefit from Sodexo’s supportive work environment that respects work-life balance and encourages personal and professional growth. The company provides access to ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, supporting long-term career development in the culinary and food service industry.

Sodexo offers a robust benefits package including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401k plans, employee discounts, and more. Some locations also provide additional perks such as free meals or meal allowances, uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation assistance, and parking. Sodexo values equal employment opportunity and ensures a welcoming workplace free from discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, and other protected characteristics. Candidates will find a career with meaningful impact where their efforts improve lives daily while building their future in a globally respected organization.