Cookat LSU-$17 Per HOUR($17-$17/hr)-Baton Rouge,LA,USA,LA | Hiring
Posted on October 24, 2025
Opportunity in Baton Rouge, LA, USA
At a Glance
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Position: Cookat LSU - $17 Per HOUR (Based in Baton Rouge, LA, USA)
- Location: Baton Rouge, LA, USA, LA
- This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
- Company: Compass Group
- Compensation: $17-$17/Hour (approx. $35.4k/Year)
- This Baton Rouge, LA, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Compass Group team in Baton Rouge, LA, USA, LA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Baton Rouge, LA, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Louisiana State University (LSU) is a renowned public research university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. At LSU, the campus environment offers diverse opportunities for personal and professional growth, supported by a collaborative community culture. LSU is currently hiring for full-time Cook positions, offering candidates a chance to join a well-established team that values quality, safety, and efficiency in food service operations.
This Cook role at LSU involves preparing food in compliance with federal, state, and corporate standards, ensuring that high-quality meals are consistently served to meet the expectations of the university community. The position's pay range is competitive, starting from $13.00 to $17.00 per hour, reflecting the value LSU places on skilled culinary professionals. The schedule for this role is flexible, varying based on operational needs, and more detailed scheduling information is provided during the interview process. The ideal candidate should have prior cooking experience, with a commitment to safety, hygiene, and food handling best practices.
The cook's responsibilities include preparing food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, maintaining correct portion sizes, and ensuring the food’s temperature and appearance are suitable for service. Additionally, the role demands careful maintenance of kitchen cleanliness, proper storage of food items, and the safe operation of kitchen equipment. Record-keeping, assisting in inventory management, and reporting maintenance issues are also part of regular duties. This position requires participation in safety and service meetings to uphold the university’s standards and to continuously improve operational efficiency.
Joining LSU as a cook means becoming part of a team that fosters a positive work environment where associates are valued and empowered to make meaningful impacts. Benefits include competitive wages and additional perks such as Instapay via the One @Work app, opportunities for ongoing training and development, and comprehensive health and wellness programs. The inclusive workplace culture supports diversity and equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants without discrimination and accommodating individuals according to their abilities.
Overall, this role offers culinary professionals a stable and rewarding career path at a recognized educational institution while enjoying support for personal and professional development and the chance to contribute to the vibrant campus life at Louisiana State University.
- Prior cooking experience preferred
- Ability to work varying schedules based on operational needs
- Ability to follow federal, state and company food safety standards
- Physical capability to perform kitchen tasks safely
- Willingness to attend in-service and safety meetings
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards