From-Scratch Senior Living Cook

Cogir Senior Living; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages, training, and growt

Early access to paycheck (pay on deman

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insur

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and SickLeave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Employee Referral Program and

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a full-time Cook for our community dining program. You will prepare fresh meals for residents and guests, working with a culinary director to create menus from scratch using local ingredients.

Expect collaboration with the culinary team to deliver comforting and culturally diverse options, with a quarterly menu refresh. The ideal candidate brings at least one year in a full-service kitchen, knowledge of safety standards, and a passion for senior dining.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Reading recipes

Large-batch cooking

Creative culinary

Senior living/healthcare hospitality

Flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School (plus)

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a full-time Cook for our community dining program. You will prepare fresh meals for residents and guests, working with a culinary director to create menus from scratch using local ingredients.

Expect collaboration with the culinary team to deliver comforting and culturally diverse options, with a quarterly menu refresh. The ideal candidate brings at least one year in a full-service kitchen, knowledge of safety standards, and a passion for senior dining.