Lead Cook

Wegmans; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health care benefits

Retirement plan with 401(k) match

Scholarship program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wegmans in Buffalo, New York, is looking for a Culinary Associate to lead and develop a team in a dynamic kitchen environment. Your culinary skills and leadership will set the tone for the team and ensure the highest quality and consistency in food service.

You will assist sous chefs, manage employee performance, and engage with customers. Wegmans offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment that puts people first, making it a rewarding place to work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a prep or line cook.
• Experience leading culinary teams.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist sous chefs in kitchen operations.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Cooking techniques

Education

Bachelor's in Culinary Arts

Job description

Step into a leadership role where your culinary skill and passion for food set the tone for the entire kitchen! In our people-first kitchen, you'll lead and develop a team of cooks to fine tune their skills and grow their career. Your leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail will drive profitability and a smooth kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

• 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

Requirements

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

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive Benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Associate - Culinary Arts; Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as medium. Work includes standing, walking for prolonged periods of time without a break, repetitive hand and arm movements, bending, reaching, frequent lifting, and occasional heavy lifting, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 5 – 10 pounds with a maximum weight lifted to 50 pounds occasionally. Upper extremity repetition is moderately high and trunk movement involves moderately high twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction).The work environment is indoors with exposure to cold temperatures (33 – 55 degrees) and near ovens and hot equipment (exceeds 135 degrees).Basic tools and equipment used include common cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment, ovens, and stove.; Bachelor's - Culinary Arts; Experience working as a Prep and/or Line Cook; Experience working in a multi-faceted food service facility, including restaurant, hotel, country club, conference center, casino, theme park, etc.; Experience leading a team