Cook

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated services that improves the quality of life for millions every day. Operating worldwide across a diverse range of sectors, Sodexo specializes in food services, catering, facilities management, and comprehensive workplace solutions. The company is devoted to fostering positive impacts not only for the clients and communities it serves but also for its employees by promoting an inclusive and respectful work environment. Sodexo is known for its commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and creating a culture of belonging where employees can thrive professionally and personally.

This position is for a full-time Cook at their Federal Realty location in San Jose. The role offers a competitive pay range between $25 and $27 per hour. The working shifts vary, with a preference for open availability to cover different days and hours, and specific details regarding shifts will be discussed during the interview process. As a Cook at Sodexo, you will play a crucial role in delivering a high-quality dining experience by working in a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen environment. Your primary responsibilities include preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting an assortment of hot and cold food items across all meal periods and events. Strict adherence to Sodexo’s culinary standards ensures that every dish served meets excellence in quality, presentation, and consistency.

The role requires meticulous attention to food safety and sanitation, maintaining an organized and clean workstation, and working collaboratively with the kitchen team to support seamless operations. The Cook I position involves interpreting recipes accurately and following precise cooking instructions to prepare everything from soups and meats to vegetables and desserts. Additionally, this job demands physical stamina to perform activities such as standing or walking for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and engaging in repetitive motions. These demands highlight the physical nature of the work which requires endurance and attention to safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Sodexo also values the professional growth of its employees, offering ongoing training, development, and advancement opportunities to transform a job into a sustainable career path. The company fosters a flexible work environment to accommodate life’s important moments, underscoring its commitment to work-life balance. Employee benefits extend beyond competitive wages, encompassing paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) plans, and discounts—all designed to support employees and their families comprehensively. Some locations offer additional site-specific benefits such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation or parking support.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a global family dedicated to creating a better everyday experience. The company encourages every employee to be themselves, valuing their ideas and fostering an environment where respect and fairness are the foundation. Sodexo actively champions equal employment opportunities and inclusivity, guaranteeing fair treatment irrespective of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This respectful culture of belonging empowers employees to contribute to the company’s mission and thrive as individuals within their professional community.