Cook - FT, Varies/Rotating

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO seeks a full-time cook responsible for food production across all departments. The role requires producing quality, eye-appealing dishes within allocated times and performing related duties as assigned. Licensure as a Food Handler is required within 180 days, with 2+ years of food service experience preferred.

Serve Safe certification is a plus. This position offers a supportive team environment with Mercy’s commitment to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Education: None.
• Licensure: Food Handler within 180 days.
• Experience: 2+ years of food service experience preferred.
• Preferred Certification: Serve Safe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food across all departments ensuring quality and eye appeal.
• Produce items within allocated time frames.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Operate food preparation equipment safely.

Skills

Integrity

Initiative

Moral character

English communication

Math skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

This individual is responsible to 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

Location

• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• 1701 Lacey Street
• Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

• Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
• Varies/Rotating

Qualifications

• Education: None.
• Licensure: Food Handler within 180 days.
• Experience: 2 or more years of food service experience preffered
• Certifications: None.
• Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Excellent integrity Takes initiative Good moral character Effectively communicate in English, both orally and written 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

Preferred Experience

Preferred Certifications: Serve Safe Certification.

Preferred Other

Why Mercy?

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.

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