Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.15
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Benefits

Flexible work environment
ongoing training
career advancement
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
Employee Discount Programs
Free Shift Meals
uniforms
safety shoes
Public transportation support
parking

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, committed to enhancing the quality of life for the people it serves. Operating in numerous countries, Sodexo partners with institutions and businesses to deliver high-quality food service, catering, and integrated facility management solutions. The company values its employees and fosters a workplace culture centered on respect, inclusion, and teamwork. Sodexo is dedicated to providing a supportive environment where employees can thrive personally and professionally. Their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion means all employees are valued and treated fairly, regardless of their background.

Located at Framingham State University, this full-time Cook position offers an hourly wage of $24.15. The role involves working varying shifts with open availability preferred. Sodexo emphasizes the importance of acting with purpose and responsibility, making this opportunity more than just a job—it’s a chance to contribute meaningfully to the dining experience and community welfare.

As a Cook at Sodexo, you play a vital role in preparing and presenting a wide range of hot and cold food items across multiple meal periods and events. You will be responsible for ensuring that all food is prepared according to Sodexo’s culinary standards for quality, presentation, and consistency. This role demands working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Your work will contribute directly to delivering exceptional dining experiences by providing delicious, safe, and well-presented meals. You will need to follow recipes and food handling procedures accurately while working as part of an effective kitchen team. Responsibilities include preparing food according to federal, state, and corporate guidelines, tasting and correctly seasoning dishes, managing inventory, and ensuring the workstation remains clean and organized.

Physical stamina is essential since the role requires extensive walking and standing during shifts that may exceed eight hours, as well as the ability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds. Attention to detail and adherence to safety and sanitation protocols are critical in maintaining Sodexo’s high standards. You may also be assigned additional duties depending on the client’s needs and business demands.

Sodexo offers a flexible and supportive work environment that values work-life balance, providing access to training, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) plans, employee discount programs, and other site-specific perks such as free shift meals, uniforms, and transportation support.

Working at Sodexo means belonging to a company that believes in creating a better everyday for everyone and building better lives in the communities it serves. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves, contribute ideas, and participate in a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company is proud to provide equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

If you have a passion for food preparation, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are committed to quality and safety, this Cook position at Sodexo could be the perfect fit. Join Sodexo at Framingham State University and be part of a team dedicated to making every meal a memorable experience for customers and fostering a supportive workplace for employees.

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

No experience required


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