Senior Living Cook — Fresh From-Scratch Meals

Cadence Chandler by Cogir; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Pay on demand

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

401K with company match

Free meals

Employee Assistance Program

Referral program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests in our Chandler community. You will work closely with the culinary team to create traditional comfort dishes and seasonal menus using local ingredients, with a focus on scratch-made quality.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of kitchen experience, a Food Handler Card, and the ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines for seniors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Food Handler Card and kitchen sanitation knowledge.
• 1 year of full-service kitchen experience.
• Ability to read and execute recipes.
• Experience with large-batch cooking.
• Availability for weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a compassionate, high-performing team delivering 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 dining services to ensure timely meal service.
• Check and restock foods for proper service.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Participate in required trainings including food handling and safety certifications.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of cleaning supplies.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Recipe execution

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School or equivalent

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests in our Chandler community. You will work closely with the culinary team to create traditional comfort dishes and seasonal menus using local ingredients, with a focus on scratch-made quality.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of kitchen experience, a Food Handler Card, and the ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines for seniors.