Senior Living Cook - Fresh From-Scratch Meals

Cogir USA; Glendale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Pay on demand

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K match

Free meals

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents and guests. You will work with the culinary director to create menus from traditional comfort dishes to globally-inspired options, with meals from scratch.

The ideal candidate has kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and knowledge of dietary needs for seniors. You will follow safety guidelines, maintain clean stations, and contribute to a warm, high-quality dining experience.

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.
• Experience in full-service kitchen and following recipes from scratch.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions for seniors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Set up and break down work stations efficiently.
• Keep stations clean and sanitized.
• Collaborate with dining services to ensure timely meal service.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Recipe execution

Knife skills

Batch cooking

Food safety

Dietary modifications

Team collaboration

Sanitation knowledge

Reading recipes

Creative prep

Senior living experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School preferred

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents and guests. You will work with the culinary director to create menus from traditional comfort dishes to globally-inspired options, with meals from scratch.

The ideal candidate has kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and knowledge of dietary needs for seniors. You will follow safety guidelines, maintain clean stations, and contribute to a warm, high-quality dining experience.