Prep Cook — Milwaukee, WI at Northwestern Mutual

About Northwestern Mutual

At Northwestern Mutual, we believe relationships are built on trust. These beliefs launched our company over 160 years ago and remain the foundation of why people choose to build careers here. We are strong, innovative, and growing, offering a unique opportunity to join a storied organization at an exciting time in its history.

We invest in our people, providing opportunities for employees to grow their careers and the business. We also care deeply about our communities, making a positive difference through support for research and programs to fight childhood cancer, as well as through the time, talent, and financial support our Foundation and employees donate to causes they are passionate about.

About the Role

As a Prep Cook, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to preparing a variety of salads, hot vegetables, condiments, and related menu items for our cafeteria and catering services. Your work ensures that quality, efficiency, and customer service remain our highest priorities.

In this role, you will observe the safest possible food handling practices, from thoroughly washing produce and sanitizing work surfaces to adhering to all hygiene requirements when handling ready-to-eat foods. You will support the menu management process, including assistance with ordering and inventory, while translating weights, measures, and volumes to ensure consistency. Flexibility is key, as work locations, tasks, and assignments may vary routinely in response to changes in business needs, customer demand, or staffing.

You will be an effective communicator, comfortable responding to customer questions or concerns in an expedient and appropriate manner. Whether assisting chefs with food preparation, operating and cleaning equipment, or delivering on Restaurant Hospitality standards, your contribution helps create a seamless experience for our customers and servers.

Hiring Process

Candidates must successfully complete and pass any required testing as part of the application process.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership, and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives. We believe in fairness and transparency, ensuring a culture of belonging where everyone can grow their career while enjoying first-class perks and benefits.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1727, North 16th Street, Triangle, Lindsay Heights, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53205, United States

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Key Responsibilities

check_circleObserve safe food handling practices by washing produce, thawing meats, sanitizing surfaces, and maintaining hygiene standards
check_circleMaintain accurate time and temperature records and ensure proper labeling and date marking of products
check_circleAssist with serving lunch and deliver on restaurant hospitality standards
check_circlePrepare a variety of salads, condiments, fruit plates, vegetables, sliced meats, and sandwiches for cafeteria and catering services
check_circleAssist chefs with food preparation including hot food preparation and raw ingredient processing
check_circleCoordinate product distribution to various service points including kitchen areas, salad bars, and catered events
check_circleCommunicate with customers and servers regarding menu items, preparation methods, and resolve concerns promptly
check_circleSupport menu management by following recipes, monitoring inventory, and projecting ordering needs for upcoming meals

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
verifiedMinimum of three years of food production experience
verifiedProven knowledge of safe food handling standards
verifiedProven knowledge of weights and measures
verifiedAbility to read, interpret, and translate recipes

Benefits & Perks

check_circle401K and company-sponsored retirement plancheck_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleParental leavecheck_circleCaregiver time offFlexible work schedules

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Food Handling, Food Safety, Haccp, Weights And Measures, Recipe Interpretation.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Frequently asked questions about Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual

What does a Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual do?expand_more

A Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual is responsible for the following: Observe safe food handling practices by washing produce, thawing meats, sanitizing surfaces, and maintaining hygiene standards; Maintain accurate time and temperature records and ensure proper labeling and date marking of products; Assist with serving lunch and deliver on restaurant hospitality standards; and Prepare a variety of salads, condiments, fruit plates, vegetables, sliced meats, and sandwiches for cafeteria and catering services.

What are the requirements for this Prep Cook/Server role?expand_more

Northwestern Mutual is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; Minimum of three years of food production experience; Proven knowledge of safe food handling standards; Proven knowledge of weights and measures; and Ability to read, interpret, and translate recipes.

Where is the Prep Cook/Server role at Northwestern Mutual located?expand_more

Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual is based in 1727, North 16th Street, Triangle, Lindsay Heights, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53205, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Prep Cook/Server job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Northwestern Mutual has listed this Prep Cook/Server role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Prep Cook/Server role?expand_more

Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Prep Cook/Server role at Northwestern Mutual?expand_more

Key skills for Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual include Food Handling; Food Safety; Haccp; Weights And Measures; and Recipe Interpretation.

What education is required for Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required.

What category does the Prep Cook/Server role belong to?expand_more

Prep Cook/Server at Northwestern Mutual is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.

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