Lead Line Cook

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Position Overview

The Lead Line Cook will prepare, cook, and assemble dishes in their assigned area while maintaining sanitation standards. They will be responsible for leading tasks on stations throughout the kitchen. This position will handle food in adherence to the recipe standards to ensure that all food prepared meets Exact Sciences standard of excellence.

This position will be 100% on-site at our location 1 Exact Lane in Madison, WI. The regular schedule will be Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-3 PM.

Essential Duties

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide the highest quality of service at all times.
• Follow Exact Sciences standards for food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
• Ensure preparation station and kitchen is set up and stocked; Assist team members with stocking of stations and setting them up correctly.
• Prepare ingredients, cook, and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes.
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range.
• Maintain a clean workstation by cleaning prep areas, kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves and taking care of any leftovers in the workspace.
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery.
• Cook menu items and support other kitchen staff.
• Lead station specific tasks and have an introduction in recipe writing.
• Lead certain task related projects and stations with support from the sous chefs.
• Mentor and provide indirect leadership to kitchen staff.
• Comply with sanitation/safety standards within Food services and ensure all personnel follow safety/sanitation standards.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent internal and external facing customer service skills.
• Excellent 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.
• High standards regarding culinary and service delivery.
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills.
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to work 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% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 4+ years of experience working in food service, hospitality management, or related field.
• 1+ years of indirect leadership experience.
• Must hold Serve Safe Certification at time of hire or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Salary Range:

$47, $83,000.00

The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WI - Madison on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us here.

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