Senior Living Cook — From-Scratch Cuisine

Cogir USA; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early access to paycheck

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Alexandria, VA seeks a Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to offer traditional comforts and global options, from scratch using local ingredients.

You will follow menus and dietary guidelines, keep stations clean, and collaborate with dining services to ensure timely service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary school or equivalent experience a plus.
• Food handler card and kitchen sanitation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following 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 all foods for proper service.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Participate in 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.
• Be part of a compassionate, high-performing team delivering top-level results.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knife handling

Dietary restrictions knowledge

Recipe execution

Large-batch cooking

Creative cooking

Senior living/healthcare hospitality

Flexible shifts

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary school plus experience

Food handler card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Alexandria, VA seeks a Cook for our community restaurant. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, families, and guests, working with the culinary director to offer traditional comforts and global options, from scratch using local ingredients.

You will follow menus and dietary guidelines, keep stations clean, and collaborate with dining services to ensure timely service.