Lead Cook Trainee

Wegmans Food Markets•Westwood, MA

6d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level structured training program designed to be completed within six months, with support from a mentor and trainer. Successful completion results in placement as a Lead Cook in the Restaurant Foods Kitchen area. As a culinary leader, the trainee is expected to be a team player and positive role model who supports the development and education of cooks, assists with profitability, and helps ensure customers are served high-quality products.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a prep or line cook.
Knowledge of food safety and quality assurance.
Must be 18 years or older.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts.
Experience working in a multifaceted food service facility, such as a restaurant, hotel, country club, conference center, casino, or theme park.

Responsibilities

Assist the Sous Chef in running the kitchen and managing employees, and oversee operations when the Sous Chef is absent.
Follow recipes and proper cooking techniques to prepare products consistently to company standards.
Educate customers and employees about products, share knowledge to provide complete meal solutions, and suggest ways to prepare meal items using products from different departments.
Manage employee performance by providing resources, training, feedback, and development opportunities.