Cook - Cogir of Brea

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

What to expect...

Cogir Senior Living (formerly Cadence Living) is hiring a talented and energetic Cook to join the growing team in our beautiful retirement community Cogir of Brea!

As a Cook, you will have the opportunity to connect with and positively impact the lives of our residents daily! You will be responsible for preparing 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 are seeking 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!

Currently hiring for the following shifts:

AM shift: 6a - 2:30p (Full-time)

PM shift: 11:30a - 8p (Part-time)

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.
• Pay active - use your money before payday* /participating communities/.
• Shoes for Crews.
• Heath, Dental, and Vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Basic Life Insurance covered by the employer.
• 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 as well as breaking 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:

As part of a well-known name in Canadian real estate, COGIR Senior Living draws upon 20 years of residential and senior living management, as well as hospitality expertise. Founded in Montreal, Canada in 1995, our parent company COGIR Real Estate employs over 8,500 team members and manages over 365 buildings, including 120 retirement communities.

COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Sacramento, CA manages over 60 senior living communities in California, Washington, Arizona, Colorado, North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, and Maryland, and we continue growing. 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 leader in the senior housing industry nationwide, providing an exceptional quality of care, amenities, and team culture, where our residents and team members thrive. Our residents enjoy a meaningful lifestyle with individualized support that promotes continuing 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!