Culinary Leader in Training - Lead Cook Path

Wegmans Food Markets; Chester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Liverpool, NY offers an entry-level, 6-months structured training program designed to develop cooks into Lead Cook roles within our Restaurant Foods Kitchen. You will be mentored by experienced chefs, work with a talented team, and learn to uphold Wegmans' high culinary standards.

Successful completion places you as a Lead Cook in our busy kitchen. This role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and delivering exceptional meals to guests across shifts and locations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as prep/line cook.
• Food safety and quality assurance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef in running the kitchen and managing employees.
• Follow recipes and proper cooking techniques to ensure high standards.
• Educate customers and employees on products and meal solutions.
• Manage employee performance through training and development.
• Note to Applicant: candidates may be considered for multiple store locations within the region.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Culinary Arts

Job description

Wegmans Food Markets in Liverpool, NY offers an entry-level, 6-months structured training program designed to develop cooks into Lead Cook roles within our Restaurant Foods Kitchen. You will be mentored by experienced chefs, work with a talented team, and learn to uphold Wegmans' high culinary standards.

Successful completion places you as a Lead Cook in our busy kitchen. This role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and delivering exceptional meals to guests across shifts and locations.