Line Cook

Wegmans Food Markets; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned, mission-driven company as a line cook, where your culinary skills will shine in a dynamic kitchen. You'll prepare delicious meals for customers while working alongside top chefs. Enjoy competitive pay, industry-leading health care, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes your growth and well-being. With opportunities for advancement and a commitment to community involvement, this role offers the chance to do what you love and love what you do. Be part of a team that values caring, respect, and empowerment.

Benefits

Premium pay for overtime

Industry-leading health care coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plans with profit-sharing

Scholarship programs

LiveWell Employee & Family wellness programs

Exclusive discounts on electronics and travel

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a production kitchen.
• Experience with prep work and cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and create high-quality meals.
• Follow recipes and apply cooking techniques for consistency.
• Assist with inventory management to minimize waste.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Knife Skills

Multitasking

Recipe Following

Job description

As a line cook at Wegmans, you'll sharpen your culinary skills by preparing menu items for prepackaged meals and hot food bars, helping customers enjoy delicious meals. You'll work with top chefs in a dynamic, fast-paced kitchen where every day is different. With opportunities to grow and pursue your passion for food, the possibilities at Wegmans are endless.

Responsibilities:

1. Deliver incredible customer service by preparing ingredients and creating high-quality meals
2. Follow recipes, use proper knife skills, and apply cooking techniques to ensure consistency
3. Effectively multitask and balance prep work while ensuring meals are prepared in a timely manner
4. Understand how products look and taste at their peak of perfection
5. Assist with ordering to help maintain appropriate inventory levels and minimize waste

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience working in a production kitchen
• Prep work experience

At Wegmans, we believe in prioritizing our people by offering competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks, including:

• Premium pay for overtime, Sundays, or recognized holidays
• Industry-leading health care coverage and wellness programs
• Paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance
• Retirement plans with profit-sharing and 401(k) match
• Scholarship programs to support educational goals
• LiveWell Employee & Family wellness programs
• Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel, and more

***Eligibility requirements apply and offerings may vary by area or position.

For 25 years, our employees have recognized us as one of FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Join a family-owned, mission-driven company that values caring, respect, empowerment, and community involvement. Wegmans is the place to do what you love—and love what you do.