About the Role
This entry-level structured training program is designed to be completed within 6 months with support from a mentor and trainer. Successful program completion will result in placement as a Lead Cook in our prepared foods area. As a culinary leader in our kitchen, you are a team player and positive role model that ensures the development and education of the cooks. You will assist with bottom line profitability and make sure we are only serving the best products to our customers.
Responsibilities
- Assist the sous chefs in running the kitchen and managing employees, overseeing the operations in the absence of the sous chef
- Follow recipes and proper cooking techniques to ensure products are consistently prepared to showcase our high standards and giving our guests a meal they can’t find elsewhere
- Educate customers and employees on products, share knowledge to offer complete meal solutions and suggest ways for them to prepared meal items incorporating items from different departments.
- Manage employee performance by providing resources, training, feedback and development opportunities
Requirements
- 2 or more years’ experience as a prep or line cook
- Food safety and knowledge of quality assurance
- Must be 18 years or older
Location
- 3325 West Genesee Street Syracuse, NY 13219
Work Type
- Full time
- Morning
- afternoon
- evening (includes weekends)
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- Associate's or bachelor’s degree in culinary arts
Salary/Compensations
- $21.75 - $22.50 / hour
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Incredible benefits
About the Company
- Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.
