Senior Living Cook - From-Scratch Menus & Flexible Shifts

Paylocity; Windemere (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a skilled Cook for our senior living communities. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, and visitors, working with the culinary director on a quarterly changing menu that emphasizes scratch cooking from local ingredients.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in full-service kitchens, understands dietary needs for seniors, and can work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary School is a plus, or the equivalent of education and experience.
• Food Handler Card with understanding of kitchen sanitation and food 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 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 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

Recipe execution

Knife handling

Dietary restrictions knowledge

Large-batch cooking

Creative cooking

Senior living/healthcare hospitality

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School or equivalent education/experience

Food Handler Card

Job description

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a skilled Cook for our senior living communities. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents, staff, and visitors, working with the culinary director on a quarterly changing menu that emphasizes scratch cooking from local ingredients.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in full-service kitchens, understands dietary needs for seniors, and can work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.