Senior Living Cook - From-Scratch Meals, Flexible Shifts

Cogir Senior Living; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays and Sick Leave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is hiring a compassionate Cook for our Sonoma Plaza community. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests, collaborating with the culinary director to offer traditional and global options. Meals are prepared from scratch using seasonal, local ingredients.

The role emphasizes safety, diet accommodations for seniors, and high-quality service. Training and growth opportunities accompany a supportive team 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 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 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 training including food handling and safety certifications.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Recipe execution

Kitchen equipment

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training

Food Handler Card

Tools

Knife handling

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is hiring a compassionate Cook for our Sonoma Plaza community. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests, collaborating with the culinary director to offer traditional and global options. Meals are prepared from scratch using seasonal, local ingredients.

The role emphasizes safety, diet accommodations for seniors, and high-quality service. Training and growth opportunities accompany a supportive team environment.