Lead Cook

Wegmans; Town of Pittsford (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime premiums

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans in Pittsford, NY, is seeking a Lead Cook to join our fast-paced, open kitchen that delivers globally inspired dishes. You will lead a team of cooks, set the pace and tone, forecast prep needs, and ensure health-code compliance while maintaining high-quality standards.

This role offers comprehensive benefits, PTO, overtime premiums, health care, a 401(k) match, a generous scholarship program, and wellness support to help you grow professionally and personally.

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

Line cook experience

Leadership

Knife skills

Multi-station cooking

Inventory awareness

Education

Associate - Culinary Arts

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO $1,500!

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

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.

• Experience working as a line cook;
• Experience working a variety of positions in multi-faceted food service facilities and venues, including restaurants, hotels, country clubs, conference centers, casinos, theme parks, etc.;
• Experience leading a team;
• Associate - Culinary Arts;
• Work Environment 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 guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment. Work involves exposure to various work environments, including temperature changes. The average weight range of items lifted is 5-10 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction)