Cook, Full Time Mercy Springfield

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated cook to oversee food production across all areas of the department. A thorough knowledge of cookery methods is required to deliver quality, eye-appealing dishes.

The role demands timely preparation, strong integrity, initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and ensure safe, efficient service in a hospital kitchen. Experience in high-volume production is preferred, and the position offers a stable, full-time role in a hospital

Qualifications

• Excellent integrity.
• Takes initiative.
• Good moral character.
• Basic Math Skills.
• Time Management Skills.
• Great interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food production in all areas of the department.
• Knowledge of all methods of cookery.
• Produce a quality, eye-appealing product within an allotted amount of time.

Skills

Integrity

Initiative

Moral character

Math skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oven

Grill

Chopper

Slicer

Blender

Mixer

Steamer

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Education

Position Details:

Licensure

Experience:

Certifications: .

Jefferson: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire.

Springfield: Food Handers 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

Preferred Experience:

Preferred Certifications: .

Preferred Other

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.