Line Cook

Mad Town Gastropub is a vibrant dining establishment located inside the Madison Regional Airport, known for its unique gastropub cuisine that combines high-quality ingredients with exceptional culinary creativity. Operated under the renowned hospitality company SSP America, Mad Town Gastropub provides a welcoming environment for both travelers and locals seeking an exceptional dining experience. SSP America is a global leader in food and beverage services, especially in travel locations such as airports and train stations, committed to delivering excellent guest service and culinary satisfaction. The restaurant prides itself on maintaining high standards in food quality, customer service, and employee satisfaction.

We are currently seeking dedicated and skilled Line Cooks to join our team at Mad Town Gastropub. This role offers both full-time and part-time shifts with competitive compensation at $19.00 per hour. Employees working with us also enjoy benefits including a free meal every shift, two weeks of paid time off (PTO), and immediate hiring with great opportunities for advancement. The role of a Line Cook at Mad Town Gastropub is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen by executing recipes meticulously and maintaining the highest standards of food preparation.

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for following all recipes and practicing precise portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items according to Mad Town Gastropub’s standards. You will maintain the kitchen or station setup daily, ensuring all necessary ingredients and supplies are stocked and ready for use. Proper handling, storage, and rotation of products will be required to maintain food safety and quality. You will be tasked with the set-up, routine maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of kitchen machinery and equipment, supporting the overall hygiene and efficiency of the kitchen environment.

Beyond food preparation, the Line Cook must maintain stock levels and manage the cutting and storage of all perishable items daily to uphold freshness and product quality. The role also involves completing opening, ongoing, and closing checklists to ensure the kitchen operations run seamlessly throughout the shift. Maintaining quality assurance and adhering to health standards by performing general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products is integral to this position.

The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old with at least one year of line cook experience in a restaurant setting, demonstrating familiarity with the dynamics of a busy kitchen. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with the ability to read, speak, and understand English to effectively communicate with guests and team members. Basic mathematical skills are necessary to manage inventory and portion sizes, and the role requires the physical stamina to stand for extended periods and work in confined kitchen spaces.

Joining Mad Town Gastropub means becoming part of a team that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. SSP America ensures a supportive work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are also provided during the application and interview process to ensure equal access for all candidates. If you are passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to grow your career in the culinary industry, we encourage you to apply to join our team at Mad Town Gastropub today.