Lead Cook

Sodexo; Fulton (MS); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Shift meals / uniforms / parking

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Lead Cook to join our on-site team at ITAWAMBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Fulton Campus. You will prepare and present nutritious dishes with a focus on customer service and quality, helping to reduce waste and maintain a welcoming dining experience.

Ideal candidates bring 3–4 years in food service, a team mindset, reliability and adaptability. The role offers full-time hours, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package with PTO, medical/dental/vision, and tuition

Qualifications

• Experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present hot or cold items for multiple meal periods.
• Read and follow basic recipes and product directions.
• May prepare food and serve customers at an à la carte or grill station.
• Support management in daily oversight during the shift.
• Attend scheduled shifts on time and with regularity.
• Other duties as assigned per client requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Reliability

Customer service

Job description

Location: ITAWAMBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE - FULTON CAMPUS - 94205001

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $17 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).

What You’ll Do:

As a Lead Cook 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:

• Team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturing 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.

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.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion 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.