Cook (Non-Exempt)

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a passionate Cook to join their nutritional services team. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for food production, ensuring quality and presentation, while adhering to health standards. If you have a high school diploma and cooking skills, we encourage you to apply and be part of a compassionate care environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage from day one

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Qualifications

• Excellent integrity and good moral character are preferred.
• Skills in time management and interpersonal communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food production in all areas of the department.
• Maintains work area and displays in a clean and sanitary state.
• Demonstrates methods of short order cookery and prepares food according to department approved recipes.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Time Management Skills

Great interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or its equivalent

Tools

Food preparation equipment

Job description

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We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

Position: Cook, Mercy Southeast

Department: Nutritional Services

Shift: Full - Time (40 Hours Week)

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

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.

Job Description

Represents Mercy and the department in a positive manner by following all Mercy Service Standards with dealing with customers.

Successfully completes Serve Safe Certification within the first six months of employment and maintains current certification.

Presents food products and displays in a visually pleasing manner.

Maintains work area and displays in a clean and sanitary state.

Demonstrates proper portion control.

Maintains accurate and adequate records as required by policy and procedure.

Knows methods of short order cookery.

Demonstrates the ability to implement basic cooking processes such as chopping, slicing, steaming, grilling and re-heating.

Follows department approved recipes when preparing products.

Demonstrates proper measuring and weighing techniques during food preparation and presentation.

Demonstrates the use and cleaning of all kitchen equipment.

Provides timely communications related to needed items and products via email.

Demonstrates proper setup and take down of catering events.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Wears clothing and Health System badge consistent with dress code, and attends to personal hygiene to maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance. Observes universal precautions consistently. Meets Health System attendance standards.

Qualifications

Preferred Education: High school diploma or its equivalent.

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.

We Offer Great Benefits

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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