Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401K with company match
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Employee assistance program
Employee Referral Program
Job Description
Cogir Senior Living, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a prominent leader in the senior housing industry, overseeing a comprehensive network of senior living communities that span across 11 states nationwide. Renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional care and creating supportive environments, Cogir has established itself as a trusted name among residents and their families. The company focuses on fostering a culture rooted in human-centered values, creativity, and excellence, striving not only to enrich the lives of seniors but also to provide meaningful and growth-oriented career opportunities for their employees. Cogir Senior Living continually expands its footprint while maintaining the... Show More
Job Requirements
- A culinary degree preferred or a combination of education and experience is required
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation
- At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef with understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service
- Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certification)
- Experience working in a senior living community preferred
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage budgets and inventory control
- Passion for resident care and excellence
- Ability to plan and execute special events and themed meals
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree preferred or a combination of education and experience
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in food preparation
- At least 3 years of progressive management experience as an Executive Chef with understanding of front-of-the-house operations and service
- Experience working in a senior living community preferred
- Serve Safe Manager (Food Handler Certification) with understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes
- Experience with restaurant openings is a plus
- Experience with special events and banquets is a plus
- Successful history of building teams and meeting financial goals
- Creativity and experience in menu development
- Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), Senior Living, or hotel experience is a plus
- Outstanding communication skills and ability to motivate
- Compassion for residents and strong passion for excellence
Job Duties
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing of the community kitchen and dining venues
- Manages and supervises all culinary services staff (BOH and FOH), including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review, hiring, and corrective action consistent with company policy
- Menu planning and executing meal preparation and events, assisting staff with back and front-of-the-house operations as needed
- Maintain inventory control of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment
- Ensure that all food is prepared, stored, and served according to company standards and with state and/or local health code requirements
- Understand and maintain monthly and annual budgets for the culinary services department, including producing written documentation of monthly food, supplies, and labor spending
- Collaborate with staff and residents to plan and develop recipes and menus tailored to residents' preferences and monthly budgets
- Ensure resident and family member satisfaction is maintained
- Responsible for planning, preparing, and executing special events and themed meals
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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