Senior Cook

Sodexo; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Discount programs

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Sodexo Live is hiring a Senior Cook at University of Louisville. This part-time role covers afternoon/evening shifts, with some weekends and holidays. You will prepare and present hot and cold dishes, follow complex recipes, and support a friendly, service-driven dining environment.

You should bring 4+ years of related experience, be reliable, adaptable, and committed to food safety. The team focuses on quality, portion control, and customer service, with benefits including PTO, holidays,

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of related kitchen experience.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and focused on a healthy/safe working environment.
• Passion for food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold foods for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and events.
• Follow complex recipes and produce large batches with plating and garnishing techniques.
• Oversee production staff and train assigned tasks when needed.
• Attend scheduled shifts on time and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Food preparation

Plating/garnishing

Food safety

Cooking techniques

Job description

Senior CookLocation: UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE - 93108002Workdays/shifts: Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during the interview process.Employment Type: Part-timePay Range: $20 per hour - $24 per hourWorking with Sodexo Live 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 Senior Cook at Sodexo Live, 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. You provide the highest quality of food service to customers at all times .Responsibilities include:Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods: to include Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events.Follows complex recipes and/or product directionsProduces small to large batch goods using advanced and full range of classical and contemporary cooking, plating and garnishing techniques May have oversight over the production staff train and assign tasksAttends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularityOther 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.4 or more years of related work experience preferredLink to full Job descriptionWhat 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 careerFull 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 Live’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.Link to benefits summaryOverall, Sodexo Live 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 Live's benefit offerings during the interview process.Who we are:At Sodexo Live, 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 Live 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.Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging 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.