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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location in our GES Global Engineering Services division.

This Catering Coordinator opportunity serves as the primary point of contact for all catering-related services, including reservations, equipment setup, menu development, and event coordination. This role involves direct communications with internal clients, supporting site logistics, and ensuring a smooth execution of catering operations.

What You’ll Work On

• Serve as the main liaison for catering requests, bookings, equipment setup, and food preparation.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders for a seamless catering experience.
• Coordinate logistics, including setup, breakdown, and on-site issue resolution.
• Adhere to all company safety and risk management protocols.
• Actively participate in other areas of the food service operation when needed, such as cashiering or serving food items.
• Oversee the web-based catering platform to track incoming orders and compile monthly billing data.
• Coordination and purchasing of items for all catering needs.

Required Qualifications:

• 4 years of high-volume catering experience in a corporate dining setting.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the role.
• Exhibit maturity, good judgement, and professional behavior.
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness and work area presentation.
• Must be flexible with scheduling to accommodate off-hour requests.
• Must be able to lift to 35lbs, bend, twist, walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and various computer-based software applications.
• Possess knowledge of food production and preparation, including proficient knife skills.
• Ability to accurately follow standardized recipes and preparation guidelines. 
• High school diploma or GED.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$16.45 – $32.85/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Facilities & Maintenance

     

DIVISION:

GES Global Engineering Services

        

LOCATION:

United States > Abbott Park : AP06D

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

     

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