Job Summary:
Join Wegmans and elevate your passion for food and people to new heights. Lead a team of Prep and Line Cooks, showcasing your culinary skills, fostering growth, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences for our customers.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Sous Chef in kitchen operations, leading employees, and ensuring seamless operations in the Sous Chef's absence.
- Follow recipes and cooking techniques to maintain Wegmans' high culinary standards and provide unique meal options to customers.
- Share your culinary knowledge and passion with both customers and employees, suggesting meal ideas and incorporating products from various departments.
- Manage employee performance by providing resources, training, feedback, and development opportunities.
Qualifications and Experience:
- 2 or more years of experience as a prep or line cook.
- Experience in leadership roles, demonstrating the ability to lead and motivate a team.
- Knowledge of food safety and quality assurance practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts.
- Experience in multi-faceted food service facilities like restaurants, hotels, country clubs, etc.
Benefits of the Position:
- Competitive pay ranging from $21 to $21.75 per hour.
- Opportunity to earn a bonus of up to $1,000.
- Paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance.
- Higher premium pay rates for working Sundays or recognized holidays.
- Comprehensive health care benefits with low-cost coverage.
- Retirement plan with profit-sharing and 401(k) match.
- Generous scholarship program to support educational goals.
- LiveWell Employee & Family program for emotional, work-life, and financial wellness.
- Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel, and more.
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About Company:
Wegmans is committed to helping people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food and service. With a focus on caring, respect, empowerment, and high standards, Wegmans fosters a supportive work environment where employees can grow personally and professionally. Recognized for 25 consecutive years on Fortune magazine's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Wegmans is dedicated to making a positive difference in the community while providing an enriching work experience for its employees