Cook

Do you have a year or more of cooking experience?  We are seeking a dedicated and passionate cook to join our culinary team and assist in preparing and serving food for patients and employees. The Culinary Associate will be responsible for following standardized recipes, adhering to nutrition requirements and food safety guidelines, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our patients and staff through the provision of high-quality food services. 

Location: Columbia, Missouri 
Shift:  Mon - Friday, 5:30am to 2pm, Every other weekend and rotating holidays 
Department:  Essentials Restaurant 
Salary Range:  $15.33 - $19.75 (final salary based on experience). Temporary Pay Incentive through 2/17/24: $2.50/hr  

UNION BID: 2/23/24 to 10/11/23 - 1/29/24  

The Culinary Associate will perform the following duties: 

• Prepare all food according to standardized recipes, nutrition requirements, and food safety guidelines 
• Work in a variety of food production areas, including dining rooms, public areas and other nourishment areas while following food safety standards, infection control and PPE procedures and guidelines 
• Handle food products and food waste in both patient and retail environments 
• Maintain and operate food equipment in a safe manner 
• Keep equipment and area clean, sanitized, restocked and in good working condition 

ABOUT US 

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.  

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. 

Learn more about MU Health Care.                Learn more about living in Columbia, MO.  

Employee Benefits 

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one. 

•  Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays. 

• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years. 

• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%). 

• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more. 

See a comprehensive list of benefits here .  

Required Qualifications:    

• Requires a minimum of one year of culinary experience. 
• Must be able to read and write English. 

Preferred Qualifications:    

• High School Degree or equivalent preferred. 
• Prefer obtainment of current University of Missouri Food Handler’s Certificate within one month of employment. 
• Additional licensure/certification requirements as determined by hiring department. 

Physical Demands: 

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and may require ambulating, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 lbs. and occasionally move objects up to 25 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.