Kitchen Leader: Mentor Cooks & Elevate Excellence

Wegmans Food Markets; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Education scholarship

Wellness program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in New York State is seeking a Kitchen Leader to guide a team of cooks, uphold culinary standards, and drive profitability through a well-organized kitchen. Your leadership and hands-on cooking skills set the tone for the department.

You will translate recipes into consistent execution, train staff, monitor food safety, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prep or line cook experience.
• Experience leading a team.
• Food safety and quality assurance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sous chefs in running the kitchen and overseeing the team.
• Follow recipes, use proper knife skills, and apply cooking techniques to ensure consistency.
• Share your knowledge and passion for food with customers by suggesting meal ideas using products from departments around the store.
• Manage employee performance, including training, feedback and development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Food safety

Job description

Wegmans Food Markets in New York State is seeking a Kitchen Leader to guide a team of cooks, uphold culinary standards, and drive profitability through a well-organized kitchen. Your leadership and hands-on cooking skills set the tone for the department.

You will translate recipes into consistent execution, train staff, monitor food safety, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.