Cook

Sodexo; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Cook for its location in Knoxville, Tennessee. In this full-time position, you'll prepare nutritious dishes, ensure excellent customer service, and work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and individual contributions. Ideal candidates will be team-oriented and have experience in food preparation. This entry-level role offers a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible and supportive work environment

Access to ongoing training/development

Full array of benefits including paid time off

Discount programs

Free shift meals

Qualifications

• 0 – 2 years of previous related experience is beneficial.
• Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of food items.
• Follow recipes and product directions accurately.
• Prepare food and serve customers at different meal periods.

Skills

Team-oriented

Adaptable

Reliable

Job description

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Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $17.00/hr

Location: WEBB SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE - 94012001

Workdays/shifts: Weekdays – morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $15 per hour - $17 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do: As a Cook at Sodexo, you are also a team player and food waste reducer. You’ll prepare and create nutritious dishes while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do. Your passion for food and warm smile will make a positive impact and brighten the day of those you serve.

Responsibilities include:

• Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods, may include Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events.
• Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items
• May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.
  
  

What You Bring:

• Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.
• 0 – 2 years of previous related experience is beneficial.
  
  

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What We Offer:

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.
  
  

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Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please complete this form.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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