Cook - Food Services

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Cook for the Food Services department. In this entry-level full-time role, you will prepare meals for patients and staff in a healthcare environment while maintaining food safety standards. A high school diploma is preferred, along with the ability to work in a team and under pressure. Competitive hourly rates and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental benefits

Retirement Plan with employer match

Tuition discounts and reimbursement

Employee mental health services

CoxHealth Fitness Center discounts

Referral bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of institutional food service experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and be self-motivated.
• Able to stand for long periods and move quickly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for hospital patients, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain high standards of quality in food production and sanitation.
• Perform daily work routines and assignments as delegated.

Skills

Basic reading and writing skills

Team player

Food safety and sanitation knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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About Us

CoxHealth Is a Leading Healthcare System Serving 25 Counties Across Southwest Missouri And Northern Arkansas. The Organization Includes Six Hospitals, 5 ERs, And Over 80 Clinics. CoxHealth Has Earned The Following Honors For Workplace Excellence

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
  
  

Additional Information About The Position

• Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!
• No cost eCare visits
• Employer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family members
• Retirement with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your education
• CoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discounts
• Opportunity to earn referral bonuses per hire for certain positions
  
  
Job Summary


• Performs daily work routines and assignments as delegated. Prepares and cooks food for hospital patients, staff, visitors, and other functions. Maintains high standards of quality in food production and sanitation.
  
  
Job Requirements

• Education
• Required: none
• Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience
• Preferred: 1 year of institutional food service experience
• Skills
• Basic reading and writing skills and able to do simple math
• Able to follow directions and work together as a team player
• Able to move quickly
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Organized and flexible to change
• Self- motivated
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
• ServSafe certification preferred

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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