Prep Cook/Server

Responsibilities

• How you will do it:
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Bring your best! What this role needs:
• 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

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Additional Information

At Northwestern Mutual, we believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. These beliefs launched our company over 160 years ago. Today, they're just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual. We're strong and growing. In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We're strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their career and in turn, our business. We care. We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefitted from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they're passionate about.

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