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Dishwasher I

Abbott · WI · $14.85–$29.65 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Have you worked in a kitchen or dish room before? What did a normal shift look like?

What they are checking: Whether they know the pace and physical demands of dish work and have handled them before.

Tell me about a time you worked hard on your feet for a long shift. How did you keep going?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the physical side of the job consistently.

Why do you want to work in this kitchen at the Madison site?

What they are checking: Whether they are interested in steady work here and are likely to show up reliably.

How do you handle it when a supervisor corrects how you're doing something?

What they are checking: Whether they take direction well and adjust without getting upset.

What would you do

The dish machine stops working during the lunch rush. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they tell a supervisor right away and know a safe backup instead of waiting or guessing.

Dishes are piling up and a cook asks you to help with something else. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate and stay flexible without letting the dish area fall behind.

What would you do if you saw a coworker skip a safety or cleaning step?

What they are checking: Whether they care about food safety enough to speak up in a respectful way.

About the work

What steps do you follow to make sure dishes and utensils are truly clean and sanitized?

What they are checking: Whether they understand washing, rinsing and sanitizing temperatures, which keep people from getting sick.

How do you handle cleaning chemicals safely?

What they are checking: Whether they read labels, use protective gear and never mix chemicals, which prevents injuries.

How do you keep your area clean and organized during a busy shift?

What they are checking: Whether they clean as they go, which prevents slips and keeps the kitchen running.

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The full job description

As published by Abbott.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You'll also have access to: • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. • Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. • An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. • Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit—an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree. • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune . • A company recognized as one of the best big companies to work for, as well as one of the best places to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position supports our Madison, WI locations within the Cancer Diagnostics business. As a Dishwasher, you'll help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen by washing and sanitizing dishes, cookware, utensils, equipment, and food preparation areas. You'll support day-to-day food service operations through strong attention to cleanliness, organization, teamwork, and hospitality. What You'll Work On • Wash, sanitize, and restock dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen items to support continuous food service operations. • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, appliances, preparation stations, cook stations, and other food-service work areas in accordance with sanitation and safety standards. • Maintain clean floors and waste areas by sweeping, mopping, removing trash, rinsing garbage cans, and responding promptly to spills or broken items. • Support additional cleaning and sanitization needs while providing professional, service-focused support to employees, customers, and team members. • Follow food-service safety, sanitation, Quality Management System, attendance, and workplace procedures while contributing effectively in a fast-paced team environment. Required Qualifications • Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, and word processing. • Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. • Strong customer service, communication, attention to detail, organization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work a designated schedule, including nights and/or weekends, and overtime as needed. • Ability to stand for approximately 90% of a typical working day and lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 20% of a typical working day. • Ability to perform physical tasks including grasping, pinching, turning, and reaching above shoulder height. • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship and demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). • One (1) or more years of experience in food service, hospitality, customer service, or a related field. • Working knowledge of sanitation procedures . The base pay for this position is $14.85 – $29.65/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Administrative Support DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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