Cook

Citarella; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned gourmet market in New York City is seeking Experienced high volume restaurant quality Cooks to join their team. Candidates should have at least 2 years of culinary experience in high-volume settings and possess strong knife skills. Responsibilities include preparing various foods, following strict health and safety procedures, and ensuring quality in dish preparation. The position offers flexible scheduling, including overnight shifts, in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a high-volume, high-quality culinary role.
• Prior mass production experience is preferred.
• Must lift, pull, push, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow recipes and work flexible schedule including overnights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various foods according to chef's instructions.
• Weigh and measure ingredients to ensure standard quality.
• Clean and inspect kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Clean and inspect equipment and kitchen areas to ensure cleanliness and operation.
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation guidelines and procedures.
• Other duties as required by the business.

Skills

Knife skills

Cooking proficiency

Ability to follow recipes

Flexibility in schedule

Physical stamina

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

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.

Role and Responsibilities

Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking Experienced high volume restaurant quality Cooks to join our growing team! We are seeking individuals whose interest and passion for cooking is as unparalleled as our commitment to superb customer service and quality food.

Primary functions

• 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

Qualifications and Requirements

• 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

Preferred Skills

• 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

This role is based out of our Hunts Point, Bronx Commissary location.

At Citarella, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Citarella will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

EOE/M/F/V/D