Job Listing: Cook I

Nothing beats the power of being at a live event. That's why we're proud to announce the launch of Sodexo Live!, our brand dedicated to the sports, events and hospitality industry. We concentrate all of our skills, insight, and experience into one brand that instinctively knows how to make the most of every moment. Let's go Live! together.

Location: We are seeking an experienced Cook I for our Indiana Convention Center.

The Indiana Convention Center is a major convention center located in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The original structure was completed in 1972 and has undergone five expansions. In total, there are 71 meeting rooms, 11 exhibit halls, and three multi-purpose ballrooms

Principal Function

The Cook I position performs as an informal leader among its peer cook positions. The Cook I will assume grill or line responsibilities within the kitchen requiring detail and creativity and will perform responsibilities for food preparation that require a greater level of experience and expertise than Cook II and Cook III. The Cook I will contribute to Sodexo Live! operational and financial success by following all Sodexo Live!culinary standards for sanitation and preparation, and by guiding other Culinary staff members to ensure that food product is of the highest quality in taste and appearance, to satisfy guest expectations and to maximize food revenues.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Set up and stock station and ensure other work areas are stocked accordingly, as directed by Executive Chef or Sous Chef. • Utilize proper recipes, equipment, tools and utensils. • Adhere to company standards for food quality, taste, flavor and presentation. • Ensure that food is portioned and presented according to standards, as well as guest specifications and preferences; Inspect portions and appearance of food prepared by other staff members, as directed by Executive Chef or Sous Chef to ensure consistent adherence to Centerplate standards for food quality. • Ensure all products are prepared, held and served at correct temperatures. • Work in collaboration with other unit culinary team members to achieve operational objectives; Assist in train fellow kitchen staff members, as directed by Executive Chef or Sous Chef. • Participate and assist in coordinating the flow of work within the culinary department to maximize quality and efficiency.

Requirements:

Job Qualifications/Skills:

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in food preparation in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to interact verbally and listen attentively to co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to follow written and oral direction
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.

Preferred:

• Culinary degree from an accredited college or university.
• 3 plus years experience in food preparation in a fast paced environment.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for entire shift. Must be able to frequently lift and carry food and other items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally greater. Must be able to go from warm to cold climates (workstation to coolers). Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to meet the following requirements with reasonable accommodation:
• Push and Pull equipment such as: Queen Mary's, speed racks, flat beds, wire carts the distance of up to .4 miles.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time

Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.

Hours are often extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.