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CoxHealth in Lamar, MO, is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of the hospital cafeteria. This role requires basic food service and cash register knowledge, staff supervision, and adherence to the Missouri Food Code.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years in food service or supervision, with strong communication, teamwork, and food safety skills. 40 hours weekly, day shift, with comprehensive benefits.
Facility:
Cox Barton County Hospital: 29 NW 1st Lane, Lamar, Missouri, United States of America, 64759
Department:
1556 Food Services Barton
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Hours:
7:30AM - 4:30PM
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
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).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here:Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Responsible/accountable for day to day operations of a food service operation. Possesses basic cafeteria, food service, and cash register knowledge. Oversees daily activities of the food service operation and is responsible for evaluation of standards and quality control. Directs and supervises staff as defined by the Missouri Food Code to accomplish all daily tasks.
Education: Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience: Preferred: 2+ years of food service, supervisor, or related experience Skills: Basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills Excellent communication skills Able to follow directions and work together as a team player Able to stand for long periods of time Able to climb, carry, pull, or push up to 50 pounds Able to move quick Basic cash register Food safety and sanitation knowledge Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A