Line Cook

Cogir Management, USA • Fountain Hills, AZ

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About The Position

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Line Cook for its community restaurant. The cook prepares fresh, nutritious, appealing meals for residents, team members, prospective residents, families, and guests. Working with the culinary director, the cook helps create traditional comfort foods, global dishes, and quarterly seasonal menus featuring fresh local ingredients. The kitchen prepares and bakes nearly everything from scratch. The ideal candidate is a skilled, passionate culinary professional committed to providing exceptional service to seniors.

This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The listed pay is $20–$22 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food Handler Card and understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
• At least one year of experience in a full-service kitchen, including following recipes and cooking dishes from scratch.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife-handling skills.
• Ability to read and execute a recipe.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary school education, or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and meal modifications for seniors.
• Creative culinary and preparation skills.
• Previous experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, dietary requirements, and sanitation guidelines.
• Set up and break down work areas in a timely manner.
• Keep all stations clean and sanitized.
• Collaborate with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service.
• Check and restock food items for proper service.
• Follow local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Participate in required training, including food-handling and safety certifications.
• Handle and store cleaning supplies and chemicals properly.
• Assist with kitchen operations as needed.
• Contribute to a compassionate, high-performing team focused on delivering excellent results.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Training and growth opportunities
• Early access to pay through pay on demand
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Free meals at work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED