Prep Cook/Server

Milwaukee, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $14.77 - $22.15

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Pay Range - Start:

$14.77

$22.15

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Job Description

Northwestern Mutual is a renowned financial services company with more than 160 years of history, built on deep-rooted values of trust, care, and commitment to community well-being. Over the years, Northwestern Mutual has grown into a leader in the financial industry, providing not only innovative financial solutions but also fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for its employees. They invest heavily in the personal and professional growth of their workforce, ensuring that each individual has the opportunity to advance their careers while contributing meaningfully to the company's success and its role in the community. This commitment extends beyond business as... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum three years of food production experience
Knowledge and compliance with safe food handling standards
Ability to understand and apply recipe measurements
Strong personal initiative and motivation
Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Ability to maintain organization while working quickly
Physical capability to perform job duties

Job Qualifications

Flexibility is important in this role, as work location, tasks, and/or assignments vary routinely in response to changes in business need, customer demand, staffing changes, etc
High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of food production experience is required
Proven knowledge of and regular compliance with safe food handling standards is required
A proven knowledge of weights and measures and the ability to read, interpret, and translate recipes are required
Requires a high degree of personal initiative and motivation, combined with a willingness to work as part of a team and the ability to maintain a high level of organization while working quickly and productively
Must have the ability to perform the essential physical requirements of the job
Candidates must successfully complete and pass any required testing

Job Duties

As a Prep Cook, you will work as part of a team preparing a variety of salads, hot vegetables, condiments, and related menu items, assisting with food prep needs for cafeteria and catering services
You will: observe the safest possible food handling practices by thoroughly washing all produce, properly thawing meats, sanitizing work surfaces, thorough hand washing, and adherence to all other hygiene requirements when handling ready-to-eat foods
support the menu management process, including assistance with ordering and inventory processes
You are an effective communicator, comfortable responding to customer questions or concerns in an expedient and appropriate manner
At all times, quality, efficiency, and customer service are your highest priorities
Responsible for preparing a variety of salads, condiments or other related menu items for cafeteria and catering services which will include, but not limited to, salads, condiments, fruit plates, vegetables plates, sliced meats and sandwiches, and preparation of raw ingredients used for cooking
Reviews recipes, anticipates proper organization of work to assure efficiency and food safety, makes recommendations to adjust recipes as needed to improve product
Translates weights, measures and volume as the need arises in execution of recipes to assure consistency based on volume and other variables
Assists chefs in food preparation as needed, which may include some hot food preparation
Weighs, measures, cuts, slices and safely uses variety of equipment
Assures the safest possible food handling practices by thoroughly washing all produce, properly thawing meats, sanitizing work surfaces, thorough hand washing and adheres to all other requirements when handling ready-to-eat foods
Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete labeling and date marking of products to assure freshness
Maintains time and temperature records to minimize exposure of food to unsafe temperatures and minimize the risk of bacteria growth
Operates and cleans equipment following safety guidelines including use of PPE's
Supports the menu management process that includes: following recipes, provides feedback for recipe improvements, follows the ordering process as defined, assures accurate portions, monitors adequate records including HACCP logs and usage reports, inventories food storage areas, and assesses leftovers
Projects the ordering needs and quantities of all foods on the menu to provide timely preparation and efficient menu management for upcoming meals and events
Coordinates product to be distributed for use at various points of service including other kitchen areas, salad bar, serving stations and catered events
Routinely delivers on Restaurant Hospitality standards
Communicates with customers and servers through routine greeting and providing information verbally regarding the menu, preparation methods and services
Responds to any questions or concerns with the approach of immediate resolution of concerns or corrective action on matters that may be impacting the customer experience
In compliance with Restaurant Division Professional Conduct Expectations and maintains professional communication with all
May adjust work location tasks or assignments routinely throughout the day to adjust to changes in business need, customer demands, staffing changes or any other reasons that the incumbent may observe and take action for or directed by manager or team leader
As part of everyday duties, assist with serving lunch

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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