Senior Living Cook — Fresh, From-Scratch Meals

Cogir USA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages, training, and grow 

Early access to paycheck (pay on on‑d 

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life保险

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leaf

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, team members, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to craft traditional comfort foods and seasonal global options.

You will cook from scratch, follow menus and dietary guidelines, keep stations clean, and support a high-performing dining team in a compassionate senior living environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary school is a plus, or the equivalent of education and experience.
• Food Handler Card and understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.

Responsibilities

• 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 experience

Knife handling

Recipe execution

Dietary restrictions

Large-batch cooking

Culinary creativity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary school (plus)

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, team members, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to craft traditional comfort foods and seasonal global options.

You will cook from scratch, follow menus and dietary guidelines, keep stations clean, and support a high-performing dining team in a compassionate senior living environment.