Cook

People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!

What to expect...

Cogir Senior Living is hiring a talented and energetic Cook to join the growing team at our beautiful retirement community, Solista Durham.

As a Cook, you will have the opportunity to connect with and positively impact the lives of our residents daily! You will prepare fresh, nutritious, appealing, and delicious meals for our residents, team members, prospective residents, families, and guests. Our Line Cooks work closely with the Executive Chef to create everything from traditional comfort food to unique and exciting culinary options from around the globe and a seasonal menu that changes quarterly using fresh local ingredients. We focus on cooking and baking almost everything from scratch.

If you seek a highly rewarding career where you can make a difference every day and you're driven by excellence and passion for serving others, then look no further and apply today!

What GOGIR has to offer you?

• Competitive wages, training, and opportunities to learn new skills and grow.
• An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
• Optional same-day pay.
• Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for qualifying employees.
• 401K Plan with company match.
• Paid Vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Free meals at work and more!

What will you do as a Cook?

• Be a part of a compassionate and high-performing team to redefine senior living and deliver top-level results.
• Preparation of all foods and practicing sanitary work habits.
• Set up and break down work areas in a timely fashion.
• Keep all stations clean and sanitized.
• Expedite and serve all meals in a courteous and timely manner.
• Check and restock all foods for proper service.
• Make sure all temperatures on food and plates are correct.
• Aid in all kitchen operations as needed.

If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:

• Positive team player attitude and love working with people!
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary School or a minimum of one year experience in full-service kitchen surroundings.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife handling skills.
• Ability to read and execute a recipe.
• Food Handler Card with an understanding of kitchen sanitation and food codes.
• Creative culinary and prep skills are a plus.
• Previous experience working in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), Memory Care (MC), or Senior Living experience is a plus!

About Cogir Management USA:

COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Scottsdale, manages over 90 senior living communities across 11 states and continues to grow. Every Cogir community is a unique and dynamic place, shaped by the residents themselves and led by an empowered on-site executive team. We promote local leadership, so decisions are made on-site, quickly, and in the community's best interests.

We are proud to be a nationwide senior housing leader, providing exceptional quality of care, amenities, and a team culture where our residents and team members thrive. Our residents enjoy a meaningful lifestyle with individualized support that promotes continuous independence and quality of life. Our team identity is based on three pillars: Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence. We offer a unique lifestyle approach to our living situation and are a company committed to continuing to improve.

Apply today and become part of the COGIR Family!