Lead Cook - Campus Dining | Flexible Hours & Growth

Sodexo; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Paid time off

401k plan

Shift meals (where available)

Job summary

University of Maine at Presque Isle is hiring a Lead Cook through Sodexo to prepare nutritious dishes with a customer-focused approach. The role emphasizes teamwork, food safety, and efficient meal service across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catered events.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of related experience, are reliable, adaptable, and can follow recipes precisely. The position is full-time, on-site, and offers benefits and growth opportunities within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of related work experience preferred.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturing of a healthy/safe work environment.
• Able to read and follow basic recipes and directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present hot and cold items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events.
• Read recipes and product directions; operate a grill station if required.
• Support daily management in key functions and supervise during shifts.
• Attend shifts on time and maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as needed based on unit requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptable

Reliable

Job description

University of Maine at Presque Isle is hiring a Lead Cook through Sodexo to prepare nutritious dishes with a customer-focused approach. The role emphasizes teamwork, food safety, and efficient meal service across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catered events.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of related experience, are reliable, adaptable, and can follow recipes precisely. The position is full-time, on-site, and offers benefits and growth opportunities within Sodexo.