Lead Cook & Kitchen Leader - Grow & Inspire

Wegmans Food Markets; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Sterling, VA is seeking a Kitchen Lead to guide and develop a team of cooks in a people-first kitchen. You will drive consistency, profitability, and a positive kitchen environment through leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail.

The role requires 2+ years of prep/line cook experience, previous team leadership, and solid knowledge of food safety and quality assurance. It is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities to grow within Wegmans.

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.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Job description

Wegmans Food Markets in Sterling, VA is seeking a Kitchen Lead to guide and develop a team of cooks in a people-first kitchen. You will drive consistency, profitability, and a positive kitchen environment through leadership, culinary expertise, and attention to detail.

The role requires 2+ years of prep/line cook experience, previous team leadership, and solid knowledge of food safety and quality assurance. It is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities to grow within Wegmans.