Lead Cook

Wegmans Food Markets; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Pittsford, NY is seeking a Lead Cook to join our culinary team and deliver an authentic yet innovative dining experience with global inspiration. You will lead a team of cooks in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment, forecast prep needs, and ensure compliance with state health codes while maintaining high quality and guest satisfaction.

We value knife skills, leadership, and the ability to work across multiple kitchen stations, with opportunities for growth and a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a line cook.
• Expert knife skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience working across multiple kitchen stations.
• Experience leading a culinary team.
• Familiarity with inventory management and food cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of cooks, sharing your passion and expertise
• Set the pace and tone for a high-performing, efficient kitchen
• Forecast prep needs and manage station operations
• Ensure compliance with all state restaurant health codes and regulations

Skills

Team leadership

Knife skills

Multi-station cooking

Food cost control

Inventory management

Job description

Location:

3220 Monroe Ave Pittsford, NY 14618

Availability Requirement for this role:

Afternoon, Evening (including weekends).

Age Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$23.25 - $26.25 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

Our mission is to provide incredible service and a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests.As a Lead Cook, you’ll be part of a passionate team deliveringan authentic yet innovative dining experiencewith global inspiration. This is your opportunity to work with world-class ingredients, sharpen your skills and lead a team in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire a team of cooks, sharing your passion and expertise

• Set the pace and tone for a high-performing, efficient kitchen

• Forecast prep needs and manage station operations

• Ensure compliance with all state restaurant health codes and regulations

What You Bring

• 2+ years’ experience as a line cook

• Expert knife skills and ability to work under pressure

• Experience working across multiple kitchen stations

• Experience leading a culinary team

• Familiarity with inventory management and food cost control