Cook-Lead

Mercy Co; Missouri; On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy seeks a lead food service team member in Missouri to perform hot and cold production duties, maintain cleanliness, and support training. The role emphasizes leadership and delivering quality service across the department.

Preferred candidates hold a High school diploma or equivalent and have at least 90 days hospital food service experience; Serve Safe Manager certification may be required at some locations. Mercy provides comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include Jefferson: Food Handlers with 90 days of hire.
• St. Louis/South: Serve Safe Manager within 90 days of hire.
• VCC: Not required.
• Springfield: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire.
• Washington: Serve Safe Manager within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform general hot and cold production duties within the food service department.
• Lead by example and assist training of new coworkers.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety and support special catering events.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Ovens & slicers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food processors

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Performs general hot and cold production duties within the food service department. Ensures a clean, quiet, and productive environment for all coworkers and visitors. Assures that quality food service is provided at all times. Functions in a lead position and assists with training of all new coworkers. Demonstrates the ability to gain respect and instill trust in the coworkers (i.e., lead by example). Maintains high standard of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety. Will also be available for special catering events and performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely manner.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Jefferson: Food Handlers with 90 days of hire.
• St. Louis/South: Serve Safe Manager within 90 days of hire.
• VCC: Not required.
• Springfield: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire.
• Washington: Serve Safe Manager within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 90 days hospital food service.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Proficient with ovens, slicers, food processors.

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.