Seasonal, From-Scratch Senior Living Cook

Cogir of Old Town, Alexandria; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401K with match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Referral program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Alexandria, VA seeks a skilled Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, team members, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to create traditional comfort dishes and seasonal options from around the world using local ingredients.

Our kitchen emphasizes quality and from-scratch cooking. Join a collaborative team focused on safety, dietary needs, and regulatory guidelines, maintaining clean stations and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School is a plus.
• Food Handler Card and understanding of kitchen sanitation.
• Minimum 1 year in full-service kitchen, cooking from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Set up and break down work areas; keep stations clean and sanitized.
• Collaborate with dining services to ensure timely meal service.
• Restock foods and ensure proper storage; follow health regulations.
• Participate in training and maintain safe handling of cleaners.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Recipe execution

Knife skills

Dietary accommodations

Large-batch cooking

Creative cooking

Senior living experience

Flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Alexandria, VA seeks a skilled Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, team members, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to create traditional comfort dishes and seasonal options from around the world using local ingredients.

Our kitchen emphasizes quality and from-scratch cooking. Join a collaborative team focused on safety, dietary needs, and regulatory guidelines, maintaining clean stations and