School Cafeteria Cook - Flexible Hours & Growth

Sodexo; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Training and career advancement

Comprehensive benefits (PTO, medical,

401k and other programs

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Cook at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, IL. This full-time role involves preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting hot and cold items across meals and events, adhering to Sodexo’s culinary standards.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, speed, accuracy, and a clean workstation in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities may vary by account and client needs, with additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years of related work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and food-handling procedures preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good working knowledge of food preparation.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per current federal, state, and corporate standards to ensure quality service.
• Follow recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, and serving a variety of foods.
• Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, and check production to plan efficiently.
• Significant walking or other mobility is required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts.
• Lifts up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Skills

Food preparation

Recipe following

Reading menus

Kitchen equipment familiarity

Food safety

Teamwork in kitchen

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo is hiring a Cook at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, IL. This full-time role involves preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting hot and cold items across meals and events, adhering to Sodexo’s culinary standards.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, speed, accuracy, and a clean workstation in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities may vary by account and client needs, with additional duties as required.