Lutheran Living Services
Cook's Helper
FULL-TIME 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM including every other weekend and holiday
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook's Helper to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals in accordance with established recipes and standards. This role requires a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, as well as the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The Cook will play a vital role in ensuring that all meals are prepared to meet the dietary needs of our clients while maintaining exceptional quality.
Duties
Join our team as a Cook, where you can utilize your culinary skills while contributing to the well-being of our clients through nutritious meal preparation!
Lutheran Home
7500 W North Avenue
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
You may also complete an application at
We are a health care facility located in the heart of Wauwatosa with an impeccable reputation for resident care, customer service and a commitment to our staff!
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FULL-TIME 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM including every other weekend and holiday
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook's Helper to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals in accordance with established recipes and standards. This role requires a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, as well as the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The Cook will play a vital role in ensuring that all meals are prepared to meet the dietary needs of our clients while maintaining exceptional quality.
Duties
- Assists the AM/PM cook in the preparation of foods including special diet items.
- Assumes the responsibility of the AM/PM cook when necessary
- Follow documented menu requirements
- Assures Production sheets are followed
- Assures special menus/ breakdowns are followed
- Utilize spreadsheets and diet census board
- Communicate with supervisor to assure preparation of special menu items at meals
- Assists with preparation of Café food.
- Follow resident meal ticket or event request to assure proper meal delivery
- Foods are served to proper temperatures/ taste / and appearance standards given by supervisor.
- Responsible for cleaning the food preparation area and the equipment used, i.e. ovens, steam tables, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Properly stores, labels, and utilizes leftovers.
- Proper equipment usage
- Follows procedures when operating equipment
- Documents maintenance of equipment
- Labels and dates food correctly.
- Assures requirements and procedures for food storage, stock rotation, and thawing procedures are adhered to.
- Personal protective equipment and procedures and equipment is consistently and appropriately used.
- One year of cooking or preparation experience in an long term care, assisted living or hospital setting is preferred
- Proficient in food handling techniques and food preparation methods.
- Knowledgeable about food safety standards and regulations within the food industry.
- Experience working in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred.
- Ability to effectively plan meals that meet dietary requirements.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in meal preparation.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with team members and dietary aides.
- Must be able to lift, push, and move a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
Join our team as a Cook, where you can utilize your culinary skills while contributing to the well-being of our clients through nutritious meal preparation!
Lutheran Home
7500 W North Avenue
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
You may also complete an application at
We are a health care facility located in the heart of Wauwatosa with an impeccable reputation for resident care, customer service and a commitment to our staff!
Top Workplace 2025!!
Work Here!