Cook - Senior Living

Cogir Senior Living; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a premier retirement community as a Cook, where you'll prepare delicious meals that positively impact residents' lives. This entry-level position offers training and growth opportunities in a supportive environment. You'll work closely with the Executive Chef, crafting everything from comfort food to exciting culinary options while focusing on fresh, local ingredients. If you're passionate about serving others and making a difference every day, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in your culinary career.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K with Company Match

Free Meals at Work

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Referral Bonus Program

Training Opportunities

Positive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and love for working with people.
• Experience in a full-service kitchen or culinary school.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents and guests.
• Maintain sanitary work habits and clean stations.
• Aid in all kitchen operations as needed.

Skills

Team Player Attitude

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Recipe Execution

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Knife Handling

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People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!

What to expect...

Cogir Senior Living is hiring a talented and energetic Cook to join the growing team in our premier retirement community, Cogir of Old Town Alexandria.

As a Cook, you will have the opportunity to connect with and positively impact the lives of our residents daily! You will prepare fresh, nutritious, appealing, and delicious meals for our residents, team members, prospective residents, families, and guests. Our Line Cooks work closely with the Executive Chef to create everything from traditional comfort food to unique and exciting culinary options from around the globe and a seasonal menu that changes quarterly using fresh local ingredients. We focus on cooking and baking almost everything from scratch.

If you seek a highly rewarding career where you can make a difference every day and you're driven by excellence and passion for serving others, then look no further and apply today!

What Cogir has to offer you?

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Pay on demand.
• An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for qualifying employees.
• Paid Vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401K with company match
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Free meals at work and more!

What will you do as a Cook?

• Be a part of a compassionate and high-performing team to redefine senior living and deliver top-level results.
• Prepare all foods and practice sanitary work habits.
• Set up and break down work areas in a timely fashion.
• Keep all stations clean and sanitized.
• Expedite and serve all meals courteously and promptly.
• Check and restock all foods for proper service.
• Ensure all temperatures on food and plates are correct.
• Aid in all kitchen operations as needed.

If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:

• Positive team player attitude and love working with people!
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary School or a minimum of one year experience in full-service kitchen surroundings.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling skills.
• Ability to read and execute a recipe.
• Food Handler Card with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
• Creative culinary and prep skills are a plus.
• Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), or Senior Living experience is a plus!

About Cogir Management USA:

COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Scottsdale, manages over 90 senior living communities across 11 states, and we continue to grow. We are proud to be a leader in the senior housing industry, providing an exceptional quality of care, amenities, and team culture where our residents and team members thrive.

Our common goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents today and in the future. Our team identity is based on three pillars: Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence. We offer a unique lifestyle approach to our living situation and are a company committed to continuing to improve.

Apply today and become part of the Cogir Family!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities