Cook

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, Missouri is looking for a dedicated individual to take responsibility for food production in all areas of the department. The ideal candidate must possess a strong knowledge of cookery methods and be able to produce high-quality food products timely. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma and good interpersonal skills. Mercy offers outstanding benefits including medical coverage, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for staff working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter.

Qualifications

• Must produce a quality, eye-appealing product within an allotted amount of time.
• Knowledge of all methods of cookery is required.
• Ability to push, pull and grip 50 pounds and pinch 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food production in all areas of the department.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent integrity

Takes initiative

Good moral character

Basic math skills

Time management skills

Great interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or its equivalent

Tools

Food preparation equipment

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

This individual is responsible for food production in all areas of the department. A knowledge of all methods of cookery is required for this position. The individual must be able to produce a quality, eye‑appealing product within an allotted amount of time. Performs related duties as assigned.

Position Details:

• Education: (none specified)
• Licensure: (none specified)
• Experience: (none specified)
• Certifications: .
• Jefferson: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire.
• Springfield: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire.
• Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Excellent integrity, takes initiative, good moral character, basic math skills, time management skills, great interpersonal skills.
• Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Equipment Used - all food preparation equipment including oven, grill, chopper, slicer, blender, mixer, and steamer. Also able to push, pull and grip 50 pounds and pinch 10 pounds.
• Preferred Education: High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Preferred Licensure: (none specified)
• Preferred Experience: (none specified)
• Preferred Certifications: .
• Preferred Other: (none specified)

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.