Cook | Irregular Part-Time, Shifts Vary
- LocationPhelps Health Hospital
- Work typeOn-site
- Posted2 November 2026
- SourcePhelps's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 7 days ago; still listed on Phelps's careers page 1 h ago.
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At a glance
- Experience2+ years
- EducationHigh school diploma (preferred)
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About the role
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.
No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.
General Summary
- The Cook is responsible for reviewing menus and food production sheets, determining amounts of food to be prepared. Prepares hot and cold foods as assigned for consumption following standardized recipes and HACCP Guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Communicate equipment breakdown or food shortages or preparation errors within a timely manner to supervisor to ensure proper resolution.
- Responsible for reviewing menus and production sheets to determine amount of food to prepare, organize production, producing food to meet serving deadlines, following HACCP and safety guidelines.
- Serves and portions food on the tray line and keeps cafeteria supplied with food during meal times.
- Keeps food production areas, tray line, and equipment neat, cleaned and sanitized.
Education
- High school education or equivalent preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Work Experience
- Two year’s experience in quantity food preparation highly preferred.
Certification/License
- Not Applicable
Mental/Physical Requirements
- Mental ability required to follow written and verbal instructions and perform simple math tasks. Long periods of standing and walking. Ability to read and write. Ability to learn and understand policies and procedures. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs at a time during shift.
Working Conditions
- Will experience heat and noise from the kitchen, and ware washing areas. Will experience exposure to steam and high heat from the grill and fryer. Water, chemicals, glass breakage, wet floors and sharp knives.
At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.
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