Line Cook

Wegmans; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking a Line Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you'll prepare menu items for prepackaged meals and hot food bars while delivering excellent customer service. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment, you will enhance your culinary skills and contribute to the kitchen's success. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of a family-owned company that values its employees.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Higher premium pay for overtime, Sundays, or recognized holidays

Affordable, high-coverage health care benefits

Retirement plans with profit-sharing and 401(k) match

Scholarship programs for educational goals

LiveWell Employee & Family wellness programs

Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel, and more

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working in a production kitchen.
• Prep work experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service by preparing ingredients and creating high-quality meals.
• Follow recipes and use proper knife skills.
• Assist with ordering to maintain inventory levels.

Skills

Customer Service

Multitasking

Knife Skills

Cooking Techniques

Job description

Job Description for Line Cook at Wegmans

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:

• Deliver excellent customer service by preparing ingredients and creating high-quality meals
• Follow recipes, use proper knife skills, and apply cooking techniques to ensure consistency
• Multitask effectively, balancing prep work and ensuring meals are prepared in a timely manner
• Understand optimal appearance and taste of products at their peak
• Assist with ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels and minimize waste

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience working in a production kitchen
• Prep work experience

At Wegmans, we prioritize our people by offering competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks, including industry-leading health care coverage, wellness programs, paid time off, flexible scheduling, and more. Our commitment is to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being, ensuring you can balance work and life effectively.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

1. Paid time off (PTO)
2. Higher premium pay for overtime, Sundays, or recognized holidays
3. Affordable, high-coverage health care benefits
4. Retirement plans with profit-sharing and 401(k) match
5. Scholarship programs for educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family wellness programs
7. Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel, and more

*Certain eligibility requirements apply, and offerings may vary by location and position.

For 25 consecutive years, our employees have helped us earn a spot on FORTUNE magazine’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. Wegmans is the place to do what you love—and love what you do.