Prep Cook

Prep Cook

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages,      training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to      paycheck (pay on demand).
• Health, Dental,      Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation,      Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with      company match.
• Free meals at      work.
• Employee Assistance      Program.
• Generous Employee      Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Prep Cook in our community restaurant, you will have the opportunity to connect with and positively impact the lives of our residents daily. You will help prepare fresh, nutritious, appealing, and delicious meals for our residents, team members, prospective residents, families, and guests. Our line and prep cooks work closely with the culinary director to create everything from traditional comfort food to unique and exciting culinary options from around the globe, as well as a seasonal menu that changes quarterly using fresh local ingredients. We focus on cooking and baking almost everything from scratch. The ideal candidate is a skilled and passionate culinary professional committed to providing exceptional service to seniors.

Your schedule will consist of a guaranteed four 4-hour shifts per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be a part of a      compassionate and high-performing team to redefine senior living and      deliver top-level results.
• Prepare and      assist in cooking 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.

 RequirementsCANDIDATE Qualifications Education and certificates:

• 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. 

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• 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.