Line Cook - 1st Shift

Abbott • Madison, WI

1d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares and cooks menu items in a fast-paced food-service environment at Abbott Cancer Diagnostics in Madison, Wisconsin. The role involves scratch cooking with local ingredients, including ingredients from onsite hydroponic farms, and menus that change daily with team input. The kitchen uses state-of-the-art equipment and serves diverse global cuisines, with a strong emphasis on food safety and sanitation. Serve Safe Manager Training is administered onsite.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position requires regular and reliable attendance and the ability to work the designated schedule, as well as nights, weekends, or overtime when needed. The position is based at 1 Exact Lane in Madison, United States, and may require driving between 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.
• Serve Safe Certification at the time of hire, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrated 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 and dynamic environment and maintain high standards for culinary and service delivery.
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife-handling skills.
• 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 working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 10% and standing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• 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 locations as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• No alcohol- or drug-related vehicle event in the past 36 months, including a blood alcohol content failure, refusal to submit to an alcohol or drug test, or alcohol-related suspension.
• No other motor vehicle report results that Abbott Cancer Diagnostics deems to expose it to an unacceptable level of liability.
• No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the past 36 months.
• Valid driver’s license with no suspension, revocation, surrender, or invalid status.
• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email use, and word processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest quality of service at all times.
• Follow standards for food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
• Set up and stock preparation stations 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 forecasted ranges.
• Maintain a clean workstation by cleaning preparation areas, kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves, and taking care of leftovers in the workspace.
• Restock ingredients and meet preparation times to ensure dishes are prepared and delivered on time.
• Cook menu items with support from kitchen staff.
• Comply with food-service sanitation and safety standards and ensure personnel follow those standards.
• Uphold the company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work the designated schedule.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including potential eligibility for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan PPO in the next calendar year.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match and a retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, providing an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor’s degree.
• Career development opportunities with an international company.

What This Job Offers

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