Cook II

Sodexo; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan

Shift meals / allowances

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Cook II at MORNINGSIDE UNIVERSITY. You will be part of a team preparing nutritious dishes, focusing on customer service and reducing food waste. You’ll work with varying shifts and support daily kitchen operations to ensure quality meals for students and staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with potential for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented and reliable with a positive attitude.
• 3–4 years of related food service experience preferred.
• Able to read and follow basic recipes and directions.
• Customer-focused with strong work ethic and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold items for meals and events.
• Read and follow basic recipes and product directions for preparing dishes.
• May operate a grill station or serve customers an a la carte.
• Support management in daily operations and supervise teammates as needed.
• Attend scheduled shifts on time and maintain consistency in performance.

Skills

Team player

Adaptable

Reliable

Safety mindful

Food service experience

Job description

Location: MORNINGSIDE UNIVERSITY - 55352001

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Range: $15 per hour - $18 per hour

University students with restrictions on number of hours they can work, including international students, should apply for open student worker positions at the school they attend. You can search student worker jobs here (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/7nq0G05).

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 II at Sodexo, you are 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

• 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.
• May support management in the daily oversight of key functions and employees during the normal course of business.
• 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.
• 3 – 4 years of related work experience preferred.

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.

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.

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.