Food Services Tech II
Harrison, AR 72601
Overview
Position Type Full Time Job Shift Varies
Description
Cook (Tech II) — Food & Nutrition Services
Fuel recovery with great food and warm service. As a Cook at NARMC, you'll prepare quality meals for patients, visitors, and staff while following diet guidelines, safety, and sanitation standards.
About Us
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a leading non-profit healthcare system based in Harrison, Arkansas, with a central hospital, 13 clinics, and a hospital-based Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum of care also includes Home Health, Hospice, and our inpatient Hospice House.
We're more than 750 strong—healthcare professionals and support staff united by our mission to provide exceptional care close to home. Guided by our values of safety, quality, integrity, and community, we work every day to make NARMC the region's most trusted and preferred provider.
Join us and be part of a team that saves lives, supports neighbors, and makes a difference every day.
Job Summary
Prepare and serve hot/cold foods; set up service lines; follow recipes, safety, and sanitation procedures; and support inventory and cleaning tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook, portion, and present menu items; restock and maintain serving lines.
- Follow safe food handling, sanitation, and equipment-use procedures; complete daily/weekly cleaning.
- Receive/stock deliveries and rotate inventory; support teamwork across shifts.
Job Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years of cooking experience.
Preferred
- ServSafe or similar food safety certification; hospital or large-volume experience.
Compensation & Schedule
- Full-time; variable shifts (early mornings/evenings/weekends/holidays).
- Competitive hourly pay; details shared during interviews.
Why Join Us
- Team that cares about quality, safety, and a friendly dining experience.
- Training, clear procedures, and opportunities to grow in nutrition services.
Benefits Overview (based upon eligibility)
- Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
- Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
- Basic life insurance and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
- Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
- Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
- AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
- On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
- Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
- Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
- Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.