Senior Cook

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, serving a wide range of sectors including education, healthcare, corporate, and government institutions. Known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community involvement, Sodexo strives to create a better everyday experience for its customers and employees. The company values diversity, inclusion, and fairness, fostering a workplace culture where everyone can thrive and feel respected. Sodexo provides comprehensive solutions that encompass food service, catering, and integrated facilities management, enhancing the quality of life for millions of people worldwide.

The Senior Cook role at Bellarmine University, under the Sodexo banner, is a full-time position offering a competitive pay rate between $19 and $22 per hour. This role is integral to delivering exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant university setting. Working varying shifts, with a preference for open availability, the Senior Cook will play an important part in a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in food preparation and customer service.

In this position, the Senior Cook is responsible for preparing and creating nutritious and appealing dishes for diverse meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special catered events. The role demands proficiency with complex recipes and cooking techniques, including classical and contemporary methods. Attention to detail in portioning, cooking, and food presentation is critical, as is the ability to produce both small and large batch goods efficiently. Beyond cooking, the Senior Cook may provide leadership by training and assigning tasks to production staff, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment, and minimizing food waste.

Candidates for this role should be team-oriented, adaptable, and reliable, embodying Sodexo's values of respect and inclusion. The ideal Senior Cook will have over four years of related culinary experience and be committed to upholding the highest food safety and quality standards. Sodexo emphasizes a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth with ongoing training and advancement opportunities. Employees benefit from comprehensive packages that support their well-being and work-life balance.