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Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality) Citarella has grown from a respected NYC fish market into a full-scale, Ultimate Gourmet Market with locations across New York City, the Hamptons, and Greenwich, Connecticut. A family-run business, we're driven by a passion for great food. We delight customers with the finest selection of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged beef, chef-prepared specialties and handcrafted pastries, international cheeses, imported groceries, and more. Join our team of seasoned professionals and become a part of the fabric of the New York food scene.

• Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, desserts, according to chef's/supervisors' instructions, following approved recipes & procedures.
• Weigh and measure ingredients; properly use recipes in order to produce a standard product.
• Follow various recipes and cook dishes for 8 store locations
• Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Other reasonably assigned duties as per business need

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a culinary role in a high-volume, high-quality production and/or catering kitchen or similar role
• Prior mass production experience in restaurant/ catering/ hotel/ commissary kitchen or similar environment is preferred
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking
• Ability to take direction and follow recipes
• Must have ability to work flexible schedule including overnight shifts and weekends
• Must be able to meet physical demands of the position including extended periods of standing and walking throughout the day; ability to lift, pull, push carry up to 50 pounds

• Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)
• Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Professional work ethic and effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and meet deadlines