Senior Cook

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated services, dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and organizations worldwide. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes food services, facilities management, and other integrated solutions, Sodexo operates across a multitude of industries. The company's mission is to create a better everyday for everyone by enhancing the economic, social, and environmental progress within the communities it serves. At Sodexo, the workforce is valued and respected, with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. Sodexo fosters a workplace where employees are encouraged to be themselves, share ideas, and thrive in a culturally rich environment that promotes belonging and mutual respect.

This Senior Cook position is a full-time role located at the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation UPA in West Des Moines, with a competitive pay rate ranging from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour. The role operates exclusively on weekdays with specific shifts, details of which will be shared during the interview process. As a Senior Cook at Sodexo, you will play a vital role in preparing and presenting high-quality, nutritious meals to customers. Your daily tasks will focus on reducing food waste and maintaining exceptional food service standards. This position demands culinary expertise with the ability to follow complex recipes, produce a variety of hot and cold dishes across multiple meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events.

The Senior Cook will be expected to use both classical and contemporary cooking techniques, ensuring accurate portioning, cooking, and attractive presentation of food. This role may also include supervisory responsibilities such as overseeing production staff, training new cooks, and assigning daily tasks to maintain an efficient kitchen operation. Punctuality and reliability are key, with an expectation to attend scheduled shifts regularly and on time.

Beyond the culinary skills, the ideal candidate will embrace teamwork and adaptability, nurturing a safe and healthy work environment. With four or more years of related experience preferred, the Senior Cook contributes significantly to the positive dining experience Sodexo aims to deliver.

Sodexo offers more than just a job; it provides a flexible and supportive workplace designed to help employees balance life’s important moments. Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement are available, enabling employees to transform their job into a fulfilling career. The benefits package is comprehensive, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, a 401k plan, various discount programs, and additional site-specific perks such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support.

Candidates joining Sodexo become part of a company culture that champions respect, inclusion, and personal growth. Sodexo maintains a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity, ensuring a discrimination-free workplace based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, and other protected categories. This is an opportunity to join a global leader that values its employees and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves.