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Cook (Non-Exempt)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
tuition support
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Mercy is a renowned healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional medical services with a compassionate touch. Known for its commitment to innovation, technology, and patient-centered care, Mercy offers an inspiring workplace environment where employees are valued, their contributions recognized, and career growth supported. The organization prides itself on a collaborative culture that fosters teamwork, integrity, and excellence in service. Mercy also provides comprehensive benefits that cover medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period. These advantages make Mercy an outstanding place to work, offering both personal and professional development opportunities while impacting communities positively through superior healthcare delivery.

The Food Production Cook at Mercy plays a vital role in the culinary department, responsible for food production across all kitchen areas. This position requires a thorough knowledge of various cooking methods to produce high-quality, visually appealing meals within specified time limits. The role demands someone who can efficiently manage time and resources while maintaining strict food safety and quality standards. The individual should demonstrate excellent integrity, take initiative, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English. The job also requires basic math skills and the ability to collaborate well with others, showcasing great interpersonal skills. Physical demands include the ability to operate diverse food preparation equipment such as ovens, grills, choppers, slicers, blenders, mixers, and steamers as well as lifting up to 50 pounds and pinching 10 pounds. This position is perfect for those with food service experience who want to contribute to a team-oriented, caring environment that values their efforts and helps them grow. Joining Mercy as a Food Production Cook means becoming part of a supportive team dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare and enhancing the patient experience through culinary excellence and compassionate service.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • food handler license within 180 days
  • ability to communicate effectively in English
  • physical ability to push, pull, and grip 50 pounds and pinch 10 pounds
  • experience in food service preferred
  • knowledge of food preparation equipment
  • time management skills
  • ability to work collaboratively

Job Qualifications

  • None required for education
  • 2 or more years of food service experience preferred
  • food handler license within 180 days of employment
  • excellent integrity
  • initiative-taking
  • good moral character
  • effective communication skills in English both oral and written
  • basic math skills
  • time management skills
  • great interpersonal skills

Job Duties

  • Produce food items in all areas of the department
  • use all methods of cookery to prepare meals
  • ensure food is eye appealing and of high quality
  • complete food production within allotted time frames
  • operate various food preparation equipment including oven, grill, chopper, slicer, blender, mixer, and steamer
  • adhere to food safety and hygiene standards
  • perform related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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