SR Cook

101 Truman Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Senior Cook to lead the kitchen, prepare meals for patients and staff, and supervise a team of cooks. You will ensure quality, consistency, and timely service while coordinating with dietary needs and special events.

This role requires leadership, food safety compliance, and the ability to manage high-volume production with standardized recipes. Join a collaborative healthcare kitchen focused on nourishment and care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required for this role.
• Current Food Handler’s Permit from KC area or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• At least two years of experience preparing large quantities of food using standardized recipes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct and support a team in a high-volume setting.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical stamina to bend, twist, push, and lift large containers of hot food in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per menus and recipes for patients, staff, and events.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide other kitchen staff to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Operate large commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment following food safety guidelines.
• Step in to resolve production bottlenecks and keep service flowing during peak times.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Large-volume cooking

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center Kansas City, Missouri

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

varied

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

Senior Cook – Lead the Kitchen, Serve with Heart Bringing skill, leadership, and flavor to every shift.

About the Role

Ready to take your cooking game to the next level? As a Senior Cook, you’ll not only prepare delicious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and special events — you’ll also take charge, guiding other cooks to keep the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently. Whether you're crafting meals from standardized recipes, coordinating prep for large batches, or stepping in to support special functions, your leadership in the kitchen helps us deliver nourishment with care and consistency.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare meals based on menus, production sheets, and standardized recipes for: Patients Cafeteria patrons Physicians and medical staff Special functions and events
• Supervise, mentor, and guide other kitchen staff to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Operate large commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment — following food safety guidelines at all times.
• Step in to problem-solve and keep production flowing during peak times.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED (required for employees hired on or after May 1, 2006).
• A current Food Handler’s Permit from Kansas City, MO, Independence, Jackson County, or Clay County — or willingness to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• At least two years of experience preparing large quantities of food using standardized recipes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct and support a team in a high-volume setting.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills — you’ll be giving direction and working with others closely.
• Physical stamina to bend, twist, push, and lift large containers of hot food in a busy kitchen environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll take the lead in creating meals that nourish and comfort patients and staff alike.

You’ll work in a collaborative kitchen environment where your skills are valued and your leadership matters.

You’ll gain opportunities to grow your career in food service and healthcare hospitality.

Every day, you’ll make a difference — one tray, one plate, one team effort at a time.

Ready to step into the kitchen and lead with confidence and care? Apply today and bring your talent to a team where food is more than fuel — it’s part of healing.

Working at University Health

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It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

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