Lead Cook

Company: Next Door by Wegmans Astor Place
Location: New York
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Next Door at Astor Place is a culinary adventure located at the Wegmans store in the East Village. Led by chef Oliver Lange and our exceptional team, you will help deliver delicious contemporary Japanese cuisine drawing inspiration from around the world. The art deco inspired space, in a nod to the historic origin of the building, will be both welcoming and comfortable. Guests will enjoy a wonderfully immersive and entertaining experience from any seat in the house and personalized, next-level hospitality. Our Lead Cooks will take guests on a culinary adventure in an immersive and entertaining atmosphere. You will lead your team of prep and line cooks helping them to fine-tune their culinary skills, grow their careers, and fuel their passion for food. No two days are the same, and an entire store full of fresh, world-class ingredients is your pantry.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Assist in overseeing kitchen staff, educating and sharing food passion
  
• Lead by example, setting the tone for an efficient work pace
  
• Prioritize tasks in the kitchen to ensure items are prepared on time and efficiently
  
• Accurately forecast restaurant and guest needs when planning production lists and prioritizing tasks
  
• Comply with applicable State Restaurant Health Codes and Regulations
  
  
  Qualifications:
  
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  • 2 or more years' experience working as a line cook
    
  • Knife skills
    
  • Experience working on multiple kitchen stations
    
  • Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant ingredients and cuisine
    
    
    At Wegmans, we believe in caring for our employees. We offer competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks, including paid time off (PTO), industry-leading health care coverage, wellness programs, and flexibility in scheduling. We also offer comprehensive benefits such as a retirement plan, a generous scholarship program, and exclusive discounts.

Keywords: Next Door by Wegmans Astor Place, Philadelphia , Lead Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , New York, Pennsylvania