Lead Cook: Develop a Team, Elevate Your Culinary Craft

Wegmans Food Markets; Village of Depew (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

OT/Holiday pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in New York is seeking a kitchen leader to guide chefs and cooks, uphold recipes, and drive a profitable, well-organized kitchen environment.

You will mentor a team, ensure food safety and quality, and bring culinary passion to customers by suggesting meal ideas using products from departments around the store.

Join a people-first culture with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful perks that support your growth and well-being.

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 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

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Job description

Wegmans Food Markets in New York is seeking a kitchen leader to guide chefs and cooks, uphold recipes, and drive a profitable, well-organized kitchen environment.

You will mentor a team, ensure food safety and quality, and bring culinary passion to customers by suggesting meal ideas using products from departments around the store.

Join a people-first culture with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful perks that support your growth and well-being.