Senior Cook

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, dedicated to improving the daily experiences of individuals and communities across the world. With a stronghold in food services, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions, Sodexo partners with clients from diverse sectors to deliver exceptional experiences both for customers and employees. The company prides itself on fostering a work culture that values inclusivity, diversity, and respect, ensuring every employee is treated fairly and has the opportunity to thrive in their own unique way. Sodexo also places emphasis on giving back to the communities they serve by supporting social, economic, and environmental progress.

The Senior Cook role at Sodexo's Centenary College of Louisiana location is a full-time position with an hourly pay range of $16.00 to $21.00. This role is integral to the food service team, responsible for preparing and presenting nutritious and high-quality meals across various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special catered events. As a Senior Cook, you will be expected to bring your passion for food, creativity, and dedication to outstanding customer service. This position requires adaptability with varying shifts and open availability preferred to support the dynamic scheduling needs of the college dining services. The Senior Cook will operate using both classical and contemporary cooking techniques to produce dishes that meet Sodexo’s standards for quality and safety.

In this role, the Senior Cook will be a team leader helping to reduce food waste and train other kitchen production staff. Collaboration and reliability are essential as you contribute to maintaining a healthy and safe working environment. You will follow complex recipes, manage production batch sizes, and ensure timely preparation and presentation of meals. Beyond cooking, this role involves oversight responsibilities, including training and assigning tasks to junior cooks, ensuring compliance with food safety guidelines, and contributing to the overall positive dining experience of customers. Sodexo is committed to offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training and development to build a career, not just a job.

Joining Sodexo means becoming part of an organization that cares about the quality of life for its employees and customers. With a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401k plans, employee discount programs, and more, Sodexo supports your career and personal life. Additionally, some sites provide site-specific perks such as shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and assistance with transportation or parking. Sodexo encourages open communication and values employee feedback to nurture a culture where everyone feels valued. As a Senior Cook, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact daily by creating delicious meals and contributing to a positive dining environment at Centenary College of Louisiana.