Cook - Mercy Southeast

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Mercy Hospital Southeast Until 9/1/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 3, 2026 Last posted July 3, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Position Details:

Mercy Hospital Southeast - Food Nutrition Services

1701 Lacey St
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701-5230
United States of America

Hours:

Full-Time

Qualifications
Education: None.
Licensure: Food Handler within 180 days.
Experience: 2 or more years of food service experience preffered
Certifications: None.
Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Excellent integrity Takes initiative Good moral character Effectively communicate in English, both orally and written 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.
Preferred Education: High school diploma or its equivalent.
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Certifications: Serve Safe Certification.
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 quality food in all departments, meet time management and safety standards.

Job title

Cook - Mercy Southeast

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at Mercy Hospital Southeast, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food handlingtime managementcommunicationmath skillsinterpersonal skills

Preferred skills

serve safe certification

Specializations

food productioncookery methods
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site