Line Cook

Wegmans Food Markets; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned, mission-driven company as a line cook, where you'll enhance your culinary skills in a dynamic kitchen environment. You'll prepare delicious meals for customers while working alongside top chefs. With a focus on growth and passion for food, this role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive atmosphere. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values respect and community involvement. If you love cooking and customer service, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Premium pay for overtime

High-quality healthcare coverage

Retirement plans with profit-sharing

Educational scholarships

Employee wellness programs

Exclusive discounts on products

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a production kitchen.
• Experience with prep work in a fast-paced environment.

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

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 excellent 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. Multitask effectively, balancing prep work with timely meal preparation.
4. Understand how products look and taste at their peak of perfection.
5. Assist with inventory management to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize waste.

Requirements:

1. At least 1 year of experience working in a production kitchen.
2. Experience with prep work.

At Wegmans, we believe in prioritizing our people. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and perks to support your well-being and work-life balance. Our benefits include:

• Paid time off (PTO) for personal and work life balance.
• Premium pay for overtime, Sundays, and recognized holidays.
• High-quality, low-cost healthcare coverage.
• Retirement plans with profit-sharing and 401(k) matching.
• Educational scholarships.
• LiveWell Employee & Family wellness programs.
• Exclusive discounts on various products and services.

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, and offerings may vary by location and position.

Wegmans has been recognized for 25 consecutive years on Fortune's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Join a family-owned, mission-driven company that values caring, respect, empowerment, and community involvement. We foster a supportive, growth-oriented environment where you can do what you love and love what you do.