Line Cook II

Abbott • Madison, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook II prepares, cooks, and assembles dishes in an assigned area while maintaining sanitation standards. The role handles food according to recipe standards to ensure prepared food meets Abbott’s quality expectations. The position provides service to internal and external customers, supports kitchen staff, and follows company quality, safety, and sanitation requirements. The role is based at Abbott’s Madison, Wisconsin location and may require driving between Abbott locations as business needs require.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least 2 years of experience working in food service, hospitality management, or a related field.
• ServeSafe Certification at the time of hire or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, and word processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
• Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work and contribute in a team environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to service and hospitality excellence; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and maintain high culinary and service standards.
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, knife-handling skills, and ability to read and follow cooking directions.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends and overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical workday; work seated for approximately 10% and standing for approximately 90% of a typical workday; and use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and/or type for approximately 50% of a typical workday.
• Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with hand or arm, and reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to drive a vehicle between Abbott locations as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality service at all times.
• Follow Abbott standards for food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
• Set up and stock the preparation station and kitchen, and assist team members with stocking and station setup.
• Prepare ingredients, cook, and assemble dishes according to recipes.
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within the forecasted range.
• Maintain a clean workstation by cleaning preparation areas, kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves, and handling leftovers in the workspace.
• Restock workstation ingredients and meet preparation times to ensure dishes are prepared promptly and delivery runs smoothly.
• Cook menu items with support from kitchen staff.
• Comply with Food Services sanitation and safety standards and ensure personnel follow those standards.
• Uphold Abbott’s mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with company Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work the designated schedule.
• Drive between Abbott locations as business needs require.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED