Culinary Lead (Prep Cook)- Fulltime

Schedule: Full time
Availability: Afternoon, Evening (Including Weekends).
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
Location: Pittsford, NY
Address: 3220 Monroe Ave
Pay: $23.25 - $24.75 / hour
Job Posting: 08/10/2026
Job Posting End: 09/09/2026
Job ID: R0290865

EARN A BONUS UP TO $1,500!

Next Door at Astor Place is a true culinary adventure located inside the Wegmans store in the heart of the East Village. Inspired by the building’s art deco roots, our space is both welcoming and elevated- offering guests an immersive, entertaining experience and next-level hospitality from every seat in the house.
As a Lead Cook, you’ll be part of a passionate team delivering contemporary Japanese cuisine with global inspiration. This is your opportunity to work with world-class ingredients, sharpen your skills and lead a team in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead and inspire a team of cooks, sharing your passion and expertise
Set the pace and tone for a high-performing, efficient kitchen
Forecast prep needs and manage sushi station operations
Ensure compliance with all state restaurant health codes and regulations
What You Bring
2+ years’ experience as a line cook
Background in upscale or fine dining Asian cuisine
Expert knife skills and ability to work under pressure
Experience working across multiple kitchen stations
Experience leading a culinary team
Familiarity with inventory management and food cost control

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.
Comprehensive benefits*
Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness
Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.
*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.
+ At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.
Comprehensive benefits* Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness
Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.
*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position. Next Door Restaurant by Wegmans