Line Cook

Line Cook

Location: Hilton Madison Monona Terrace – Madison, WI Schedule: Full-Time | Morning and Weekend Availability Required

Salary Estimate: $17-$19/hour based on experience

Bring Flavor to a Career You'll Love

Do you enjoy creating delicious dishes and take pride in delivering high-quality culinary experiences? Join the Culinary team at Hilton Madison Monona Terrace, part of the Marcus Hotels & Resorts family, where your passion, creativity, and attention to detail directly influence our guests' experience.

We are currently seeking Line Cooks to join our team to craft a memorable culinary experience and gain experience within the hospitality industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with a supportive team, and love seeing guests enjoy the meals you create, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Cook, you will play a key role in preparing high-quality meals for both guests and team members. Every day brings variety, teamwork, and opportunities to sharpen your culinary skills, including:

• Setting up equipment and ingredients prior to service
• Reading and preparing menu items quickly and accurately according to provided recipes
• Preparing food for team member meals
• Performing inventory checks on perishable items and notifying leadership of products nearing expiration
• Assisting with banquet preparation and production to meet client expectations
• Ensuring coolers and prep areas are cleaned, organized, and properly secured at the end of each shift
• Storing food correctly, following proper labeling and rotation procedures
• Maintaining food quality and sanitation standards before, during, and after service
• Supporting the team with additional tasks as assigned

What Will You Bring to the Role?

We are looking for team-oriented individuals who bring a positive attitude and a desire to grow. Our ideal candidates have:

• Basic experience in a kitchen setting, including knife skills and sanitation knowledge
• The ability to follow recipes and instructions from the Chef
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and stations
• An understanding of the importance of food waste control
• The ability to read orders from the POS system
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What is In It for You?

Working at Hilton Madison Monona Terrace means you will enjoy more than just a paycheck. We offer:

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking or Metro bus passes
• "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered for full-time employees and after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match
• And more!

Join a Company with Heart

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a drug-free workplace. We also participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the U.S.