Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Competitive wages
Training and growth opportunities
Early access to paycheck
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
401K with company match
free meals at work
Employee assistance program
Employee Referral Program

Job Description

Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a reputable organization managing a wide network of senior living communities across 11 states in the United States. Specializing in senior housing, Cogir is recognized as a trusted industry leader focused on expanding its footprint while maintaining its dedication to providing exceptional care to senior residents. The company fosters a positive and growth-oriented workplace culture for team members, emphasizing human focus, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence. This culture drives their commitment to continuously improve all aspects of their operations and service delivery, ensuring residents enjoy a high standard of living and care. Cogir's mission centers on enhancing the quality of life for seniors and supporting team members in building meaningful, fulfilling careers within the senior living industry.

The current opening is for the position of Cook within one of Cogir Senior Living’s community restaurants. This role is integral to the daily operations of the community’s dining services, as the chosen candidate will prepare fresh, nutritious, attractive, and delicious meals for residents, staff, prospective residents, families, and visitors. Candidates in this role will work closely with the culinary director to produce a diverse menu composition that includes traditional comfort foods, innovative dishes from various global cuisines, and seasonal menus crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients that change quarterly. This position demands a high level of culinary skill and passion for food preparation, particularly a commitment to cooking and baking primarily from scratch. As a cook, the individual will contribute to a compassionate team that redefines senior living experiences through excellent culinary service, helping to make every meal a positive and enjoyable experience for the senior residents.

This job offers competitive wages, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth within the company. Additional attractive benefits include early access to pay through a pay-on-demand feature, comprehensive health benefits including dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, a 401K plan with company match, complimentary meals during shifts, an employee assistance program, and a generous employee referral program. The cook role is essential in ensuring the highest standards of dietary compliance, food safety, and sanitation are met in line with local, state, and federal regulations, making it a responsible yet rewarding culinary career path within the senior living sector.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • culinary school is a plus, or the equivalent of education and experience
  • food handler card with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes
  • at least one year of experience in full-service kitchen surroundings, including following recipes and cooking dishes from scratch
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling skills
  • ability to read and execute a recipe
  • proficiency in preparing a variety of meals, including large-batch cooking
  • previous experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings is highly desirable
  • availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • culinary school is a plus, or the equivalent of education and experience
  • food handler card with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes
  • at least one year of experience in full-service kitchen surroundings, including following recipes and cooking dishes from scratch
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling skills
  • knowledge of dietary restrictions and meal modifications for seniors is a plus
  • ability to read and execute a recipe
  • proficiency in preparing a variety of meals, including large-batch cooking
  • creative culinary and prep skills are a plus
  • previous experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings is highly desirable
  • availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • Be a part of a compassionate and high-performing team to redefine senior living and deliver top-level results
  • prepare and cook meals following established menus, recipes, dietary, and sanitary guidelines
  • set up and break down work areas in a timely fashion
  • keep all stations clean and sanitized
  • collaborate with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service
  • check and restock all foods for proper service
  • adhere to local, state, and federal health and safety regulations
  • participate in required training sessions, including food handling and safety certifications
  • ensure proper handling and storage of cleaning supplies and chemicals
  • aid in all kitchen operations as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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