Hospital Cook

primehealthcare· Service
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📍 Mission, TX, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

We are seeking a Hospital Cook, sometimes referred to as our Food Service Cook. The Hospital Cook will work in our hospital cafeteria, responsible for preparing meals to staff, patients, and visitors while ensuring they meet dietary requirements and safety standards. The Food Service Cook will collaborate with dietitians to create menus, manage inventory, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen environment. Their role is vital in supporting patient health and satisfaction through nutritious, well-prepared meals. 

 

Shift’s Available:  Days 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Hours: 8-hour shifts 

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center – Mission, TX

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
  • Employer 401K options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

  • Cook meals according to recipes, portion sizes, and nutritional guidelines provided by dietitians 
  • Prepare specialized diets for patients with specific medical or dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or pureed foods 
  • Collaborate with dietitians and food service managers to develop menus that are balanced, appealing, and compliant with hospital policies and patient requirements 
  • Follow strict sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure food safety 
  • Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas 
  • Monitor inventory and order ingredients to ensure an adequate supply of fresh and necessary items 
  • Properly store food to maintain quality and comply with health regulations 

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

  • Two (2) years experience in food service with commercial, institutional cooking experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets desired.

    • County Specific requirement.

  • County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current

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    Employment Status

    Full Time

    Shift

    Variable

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

     

       

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    This Hospital Cook role at primehealthcare is based in Mission, TX, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
    Is the Hospital Cook role at primehealthcare full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Hospital Cook role in the Service department at primehealthcare.
    Which team or department does the Hospital Cook at primehealthcare belong to?
    This Hospital Cook position is part of the Service department at primehealthcare. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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    When was the Hospital Cook job at primehealthcare posted?
    This Hospital Cook position at primehealthcare was posted on Apr 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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