Evening Kitchen Cook – Fast-Paced University Dining

Sodexo; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Training and advancement opportunities

Full benefits: PTO, holidays, health/d

401k and more

Job summary

At Sodexo, a Cook position at the University setting requires accurate and efficient preparation, portioning, cooking, and presentation of a variety of hot and cold foods for all meals and events. The role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You’ll follow standard recipes, maintain a clean workstation, and contribute to a high-quality dining experience. The job offers weekday afternoon/evening shifts and full-time employment with comprehensive

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 0 to 2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and food-handling procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good working knowledge of food preparation.
• Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is provided.
• Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating establishments.
• Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment.
• Significant walking or other means of mobility.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, which may exceed 8 hours.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions.
• 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.

Skills

Follow instructions

Food preparation

Kitchen safety

Reading recipes

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

At Sodexo, a Cook position at the University setting requires accurate and efficient preparation, portioning, cooking, and presentation of a variety of hot and cold foods for all meals and events. The role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You’ll follow standard recipes, maintain a clean workstation, and contribute to a high-quality dining experience. The job offers weekday afternoon/evening shifts and full-time employment with comprehensive