Advanced Food Service Tech, Full-Time

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Mercy Hospital Springfield Until 9/19/2026 0+ years exp First posted April 14, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Demonstrates proficiency in food preparation and meal assembly in all positions. Sets up and breaks down serving stations. Inventories and orders food and supplies following menus. Ensures tasks are completed when manager is not available. Directs the efforts of others.

Position Details:

Education:
Licensure:
Experience:
Certifications:

NWA: ServSafe Food Handler Certificate(or State equivalent) within 90 days of hire.

Other: Good communication skills required. Must be able to multi-task several duties at once and possess ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy. The physical demands described here are representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below, plus:
Minimal: overhead lifting of < 35 lbs, kneeling or crouching, carrying up to 70 lbs, pinch grip, data entry
Occasional: balancing on slippery surfaces, Push < 57 lbs force, pull < 48 lbs force
Frequent: lift floor to desk height of < 70 lbs
Continuous: gripping < 40 lbs both sides, hand coordination
Preferred Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: 90 days experience in hospital food service

Certifications:
Preferred Other:

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.

About this role

Summary

Prepare meals, set up stations, inventory supplies, and direct team efforts.

Job title

Advanced Food Service Tech

Experience level

90 days experience in hospital food service

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

on-site at Mercy Hospital Springfield, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationmulti-taskingphysical endurance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

food preparationmeal assemblyinventory managementfood safety
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Springfield, MO, USA

On-site City