Senior Living Cook — From-Scratch Meals & Growth

Cogir USA; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & growth opportunity

Paid vacation & holidays

Health,Dental,Vision & Life Insurance

401K with company match

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks a Cook for our community restaurant to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests. You will work with the culinary director to create menus ranging from traditional comfort dishes to globally inspired options, using local ingredients and scratch cooking.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in a full-service kitchen, understands dietary needs for seniors, and can follow recipes while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School is a plus; Food Handler Card.
• Experience: At least 1 year in a full-service kitchen, following recipes and cooking from scratch.
• Skills: Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling; ability to read/execute recipes; large-batch cooking; dietary modifications for seniors.
• Desirable: Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality; flexible shifts including weekends/holidays.

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 dining services to ensure timely meal service.
• Check and restock 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.
• Aid in all kitchen operations as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School is a plus

Food Handler Card

Kitchen experience in full-service settings

Knife handling skills

Knowledge of dietary restrictions for seniors

Ability to read and execute recipes

Large-batch cooking

Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality

Flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Cogir Senior Living seeks a Cook for our community restaurant to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, families, and guests. You will work with the culinary director to create menus ranging from traditional comfort dishes to globally inspired options, using local ingredients and scratch cooking.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in a full-service kitchen, understands dietary needs for seniors, and can follow recipes while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.