Cook

Location:
Mercy Hospital Ada
Pay Rate:
Hourly - Hourly Plan, 16.00 USD Hourly
Work Shift:
Rotating Shift (United States of America)
Job Description
We’re looking for friendly, compassionate, team players to join our culinary team!
Under the guidance of the chef/production manager, cook meals and provide food service for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events at the hospital.
Responsibilities
Cook
Starting Wage: $16/hour
Full-time and part-time positions available
Day/Evening/Night shifts available
Background check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility required
Location: Mercy Ada
​Responsibilities
Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and hospital staff
Follow company recipes and guidelines to prepare all food items
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures
Adhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and procedures
Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (fast food, hotel operations, healthcare)
Must be at least 18 years old
Communicate effectively in English and work well in a team environment
Must practice good personal hygiene, be neatly groomed, and be in uniform
Preferred: Culinary experience (cook, cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice)
Physical Requirements
Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job
Benefits
We offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities.
Paid Time Off
Medical
Dental
401K
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Life
Safety Incentive Program
Important to Know
Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.S.
Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
About HHS
HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.