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Senior Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $22.50 - $25.08
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k
discount programs

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, committed to improving the everyday experience of individuals and communities through a wide range of integrated solutions. The company specializes in providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other support services worldwide, fostering healthier, safer, and more sustainable environments. Sodexo values diversity, inclusivity, and fairness, ensuring that all employees are respected and encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives. The company’s culture emphasizes belonging, teamwork, and respect, making it a great place to build a fulfilling career.

The Senior Cook position at UC Health Highlands Ranch Hospital, managed by Sodexo, is a full-time role with weekday morning shifts. The pay range for this position is $22.50 to $25.08 per hour, reflecting the company’s commitment to offering competitive compensation. As a Senior Cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to patients and staff, ensuring both satisfaction and adherence to food safety standards. This role requires a passion for food, customer service, and reducing food waste, while also demonstrating strong teamwork and leadership skills. You will be responsible for following complex recipes, producing a variety of hot and cold food items, and potentially overseeing production staff by training and assigning tasks. The position demands punctuality, reliability, and a proactive approach to meeting the needs of the account.

This role provides opportunities for growth through ongoing training and development, alongside a supportive work environment that values work-life balance. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan, among others. Some locations may provide additional perks such as free shift meals, uniforms, safety shoes, and transportation support. Sodexo’s commitment to employee wellbeing and advancement makes the Senior Cook role not just a job but a pathway to a meaningful career in the hospitality and food service industry. By joining Sodexo at UC Health Highlands Ranch Hospital, you become part of a company dedicated to creating a better everyday for everyone through exceptional service and care.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum 4 years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen
  • ability to work weekday morning shifts
  • willingness to adhere to food safety and sanitation standards
  • punctuality and reliability
  • strong communication skills
  • physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform kitchen tasks

Job Qualifications

  • 4 or more years of related work experience preferred
  • team-oriented
  • adaptable
  • reliable
  • fosters a healthy and safe working environment
  • ability to follow complex recipes and cooking techniques
  • strong customer service skills
  • leadership skills to train and assign tasks

Job Duties

  • Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events
  • Follow complex recipes and/or product directions
  • Produce small to large batch goods using advanced and full range of classical and contemporary cooking, plating and garnishing techniques
  • May have oversight over the production staff—train and assign tasks
  • Attend work and show for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
  • Perform other duties as assigned depending on business necessities and client requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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