Food Service Assistant - Flex - South - Day Shift

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement w/

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support meal preparation and delivery for patients, staff, and visitors. The role emphasizes quality, sanitation, and teamwork in a hospital setting.

The position is flexible and PRN, with day shift hours and some weekend work. No formal education is required, though a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred; 16+ required for employment.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing skills required.
• Excellent communication skills essential.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Able to move quickly when needed.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver food for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Assist with food preparation and sanitation to high standards.
• Provide courteous customer service and clean work areas.

Skills

Basic literacy

Communication skills

Team player

Stand long periods

Move quickly

Age 16+

Education

High school preferred

None required

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1101 Food Services South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Hours: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM; Tuesday/Thursday and some weekends. Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

The Food Service Assistant works behind the scenes to provide high quality food for the patients, staff, and other customers. In the hospital setting Nutrition is crucial to the healing process, the Food Service Assistant serves a vital role in helping patients with this healing process. Performing preparation and delivery of food with a high standard of quality and sanitation. Additional duties will include customer service, serving, cleaning and sanitation. A high level of customer service to internal and external customers, attention to detail, teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude is required. This is a flex position. The hours are PRN (as needed).

Education

• None Required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred

Experience

• None

Skills

• Basic reading and writing skills and able to do simple math
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to follow directions and work together as a team player
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to move quickly
• Must be 16 years of age or older

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• N/A

Mission / Vision / Values

OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

About CoxHealth

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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.