Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
discount programs
Free Shift Meals
uniforms
safety shoes
Public transportation support
parking

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to improving the everyday experience of individuals and communities around the world. With a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability, Sodexo partners with clients in various industries including food service, facilities management, and integrated solutions. Their mission to create a better everyday for everyone is reflected in their approach to work, where every employee is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive in a supportive, culture-rich environment. Sodexo prioritizes inclusivity, diversity, and equal employment opportunities, ensuring fairness regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.

The Cook position at Sodexo, specifically located at the Lufthansa Airlines Lounge, is a full-time role offering a competitive pay rate of $24.2 per hour. This position requires the candidate to work any available shift with open availability, providing flexibility and support for personal and life commitments. As a Cook within Sodexo's team, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a variety of hot and cold foods across multiple meal periods and catering events, all while adhering to Sodexo's rigorous culinary standards for quality, presentation, and consistency. The job demands not only culinary skills but also a strong commitment to food safety, sanitation, and organizational standards. You will work closely with other kitchen staff, supporting a cooperative team environment focused on efficiency and excellence in food preparation.

Key responsibilities include following detailed recipes and food preparation guidelines, using kitchen equipment proficiently, and ensuring all food handling procedures meet federal, state, and corporate standards. The role involves significant physical activity such as standing or walking for extended periods, lifting moderately heavy items, and performing repetitive kitchen tasks. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy fast-paced culinary settings and are dedicated to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.

Sodexo provides its employees with continual training and development opportunities that encourage career advancement. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) plans, discount programs, and possible site-specific advantages like free meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support. The company fosters a work culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion, ensuring employees feel valued and respected, which contributes to a positive workplace atmosphere where ideas are encouraged, and teamwork flourishes.

Overall, the Cook role at Sodexo is more than just a job; it is a chance to be part of a greater purpose to enhance quality of life through excellent food service. This role supports Sodexo's broader mission of delivering memorable experiences and enhancing community well-being while providing a stable, supportive, and rewarding career path for individuals passionate about culinary arts and customer service.

Job Requirements

  • 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 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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