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Lead Cook

Part-time

Sodexo

Covington, KYPart-time$16–22/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16–22/hr
Location
Covington, KY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Sodexo is hiring a Lead Cook. Lead Cook at Sodexo Live prepares and creates nutritious dishes, follows recipes, may operate a grill station, supports management, and ensures timely attendance, all while fostering a team‑oriented, adaptable, and safe work environment.

Key focus areas include Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods, Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items, and May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station.

Important skills include Adaptable and Reliable. Preferred (not required): Team Oriented, Health And Safety Focus, Food Waste Reduction, and Customer Service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Team OrientedAdaptableReliableHealth and Safety FocusFood Waste ReductionCustomer ServiceGrill Station Operation

Qualifications

3 – 4 Years Related Work ExperienceOpen Availability Preferred

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Lead Cook

Location: NORTHERN KENTUCKY CONVENTION CENTER - 93191001

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

Employment Type: Part-time

Pay Range: $16 per hour - $22 per hour

Working 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 Lead 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.

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

Link to full Job description (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/vrELaza)

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 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 summary (https://ai-client-static-host.s3.amazonaws.com/upload/0cb81470b79549eaa37e71c511157d9b/English%20Benefit%20Guide.pdf)

Overall, 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 diversity and inclusion 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 (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

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