Cook & Catering | 1st Shift

Cook ILocation: CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY - 45065006Workdays/shifts: Mornings - varying days. Employment Type: Full-timePay Range: $18.00 per hour - $23.00 per hourUniversity students with restrictions on number of hours theycan work, including international students, should apply for open student worker positions at the school they attend. You can search student worker jobs here ( with Sodexo is more than a job; What You'll Do: As a Cook I at Sodexo, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a variety of hot and cold food items for all meal periods and events in accordance with Sodexo's culinary standards for quality, presentation, and consistency. Working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, this position ensures all food products are prepared safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. The Cook I supports Sodexo's commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience by delivering high-quality dishes, contributing to effective kitchen teamwork, and upholding the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. Responsibilities may vary by account based on business needs and client requirements, and additional duties may be assigned as necessary.Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is provided.* Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating establishments.* Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment.* Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours.* 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:* High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.* 0 to 2 years of related work experience.* Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and food-handling procedures preferred.* Good working knowledge of food preparation.* Requires familiarity of kitchen equipment.* Link 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 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.However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. 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.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.