Airport Lounge Cook
About The Position
As an Airport Lounge Cook at Sodexo, you will accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present hot and cold food items for all meal periods and events in accordance with Sodexo culinary standards for quality, presentation, and consistency. In a fast-paced kitchen environment, you will ensure food is prepared safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean, organized workstation. The Cook supports an exceptional dining experience through high-quality dishes, teamwork, and strong food safety and sanitation practices. Duties may vary by account and client requirements, and additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- 0 to 2 years of related work experience.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Good working knowledge of food preparation.
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment.
- Ability to read and follow a recipe without supervision.
- Ability to walk or stand for extended periods, potentially throughout shifts exceeding 8 hours.
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
- Frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of basic equipment operation and food-handling procedures.
Responsibilities
- Prepare food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations.
- Follow basic recipes or product directions to prepare, season, cook, taste, carve, and serve soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foods.
- Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, maintain records, and plan production requirements and requisitions for supplies and equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation and uphold food safety and sanitation standards.
- Attend work and report for scheduled shifts on time with satisfactory regularity.
- Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs and client requirements.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Discount programs
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Access to ongoing training, development, and advancement opportunities
- Some locations may offer free shift meals or allowances/per diems, uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support, and/or parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
