Senior Living Cook: Fresh, From-Scratch Meals + Growth

Cogir USA; Orem (UT); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Pay on demand

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Vacation/Holidays/Sick Leave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Cook for our community restaurant to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, and visitors. You will work closely with the culinary director to offer traditional comfort foods and globe-inspired options, with a quarterly seasonal menu using local ingredients.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a full-service kitchen, strong knife skills, and knowledge of dietary needs for seniors. We cook from scratch, and shifts include weekends and holidays."

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.
• At least one (1) year of experience in full-service kitchen surroundings, including following recipes and cooking dishes from scratch.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling skills.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and meal modifications for seniors is a plus.
• Ability to read and execute a recipe.
• Proficiency in preparing a variety of meals, including large-batch cooking.
• Creative culinary and prep skills are a plus.
• Previous experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings is highly desirable.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

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 experience

Knife handling

Recipe execution

Large-batch cooking

Dietary restrictions for seniors

Food safety & sanitation

Flexible schedule

Culinary creativity

Senior living/healthcare hospitality

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School or equivalent

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Cook for our community restaurant to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, and visitors. You will work closely with the culinary director to offer traditional comfort foods and globe-inspired options, with a quarterly seasonal menu using local ingredients.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a full-service kitchen, strong knife skills, and knowledge of dietary needs for seniors. We cook from scratch, and shifts include weekends and holidays."