Lead Cook

Sodexo; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

401k

Job summary

Sodexo at Kansas State University is seeking a Lead Cook to join a dynamic onsite campus dining team. You will prepare and present nutritious meals, partner with service-focused colleagues, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience.

The role offers varying shifts with full-time or part-time options, open availability preferred, and a pay range of $12–$18 per hour. Benefits include PTO, health coverage, and retirement plans where applicable.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of related work experience preferred.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and reliable with a safe working approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present hot or cold items for various meal periods.
• Read and follow recipes and product directions.
• May serve at an a la carte or operate a grill station.
• Assist management with daily functions and supervise staff when needed.
• Attend shifts on time with regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned based on client needs.

Skills

Team player

Adaptable

Reliable

Food safety

Job description

Lead Cook

Location: KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY - 80710001

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

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Range: $12 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 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 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

• 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

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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.