Cook - As Needed (PRN)

CenterPointe Hospital Columbia • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia is seeking an as-needed (PRN) Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious, and satisfying meals in a healthcare environment. The role supports patient experience through quality meal preparation and service and provides coverage for scheduled absences, vacancies, and increased staffing needs.

The Cook prepares meals according to approved menus, leads and supports workers who assist with meal preparation and service, and helps ensure that menus are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing. The position also supports day-to-day kitchen operations, including food preparation, cleaning, organization, equipment inspection, inventory, and compliance with food safety standards, policies, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe food handling, preparation, and storage practices.
• Strong teamwork, organization, and time management skills.
• Dependable attendance and a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification where required by the state or facility, or willingness to obtain certification.

Nice To Haves

• Food service, restaurant, healthcare, or institutional cooking experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field.
• Two or more years of experience in a food service role preparing food for institutions such as a school, hospital, or cafeteria.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct and support workers who assist with preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment and maintain kitchen supplies.
• Work with Food Service leadership or a Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cleaning, and organization.
• Provide coverage for scheduled absences, vacancies, and increased staffing needs.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible PRN scheduling.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a difference in patient care and satisfaction.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a healthcare setting.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED