Cook Apprentice

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated services that improve the quality of life for individuals and communities worldwide. As a diversified company operating in food services, facilities management, and other integrated solutions, Sodexo partners with various clients to deliver exceptional customer experiences through high-quality food service, catering, and facility management services. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Sodexo fosters a culture where every employee is respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic self. The company emphasizes equal opportunity employment and champions an inclusive workplace encouraging collaboration, innovation, and professional growth for all. Sodexo's mission is rooted in creating a better everyday for everyone, advancing economic, social, and environmental progress wherever it operates.

The Cook Apprentice role at Sodexo, based at the University of Colorado at Denver location, is an entry-level position designed to nurture and develop culinary skills in aspiring culinarians and future kitchen leaders. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range from $10.00 to $19.29 per hour, depending on experience and performance. As a Cook Apprentice, you will embark on a comprehensive, six-week training program focused on honing your cooking techniques across multiple meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and various catered or special events. This experiential learning opportunity is crafted to build your proficiency in preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a diverse array of hot and cold food items efficiently and to the highest standards.

Throughout this program, you will gain invaluable knowledge on maintaining kitchen cleanliness, adhering to safety standards, and fostering a healthy and safe working environment with your team. The role requires adaptability, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset, with an emphasis on cultivating leadership qualities that will prepare you for future advancement to a Cook I position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Punctual attendance and a strong work ethic are fundamental expectations for this role.

Sodexo also provides a supportive and flexible work environment that accommodates employees’ personal lives, offering paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance options, along with tuition reimbursement and 401k plans. Additionally, employees may have access to uniforms, safety shoes, transportation support, and occasionally free meals or allowances based on site-specific benefits. Sodexo invests in its employees’ career development through continuous training and advancement opportunities, encouraging individuals to explore long-term career paths within the organization.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of a company that values you as an individual and strives for inclusivity and equality in all aspects of employment. It offers an enriching workplace culture where your ideas and opinions are encouraged, ensuring that you not only build culinary skills but also grow professionally and personally. Sodexo is committed to providing a respectful and dynamic workplace that supports your wellbeing and fosters your success as you embark on your culinary journey with them.