Gourmet Prepared Foods Counter Specialist

Citarella; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking a Prepared Foods Counter Associate in New York, NY to join our store teams behind prepared foods, cheese, deli, pastry and other counters.

You will provide exceptional customer service, help guests with product knowledge, maintain displays, ensure safe dating and inventory, and keep the station clean in a fast-paced environment. Flexible scheduling including nights and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work both independently as well as with a team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn about our products.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform physical requirements including standing for extended periods, kneeling, stooping, stairs, lifting and carrying weights.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Prior food knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and fulfill customer requests.
• Serve and assist customers, explain products, flavor, taste and preparation.
• Maintain and replenish product in displays.
• Ensure proper dating of product and inventory control.
• Maintain clean and organized work station, counter displays and cases, and surrounding areas.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and display standards in compliance with Citarella policies and food safety handling procedures.
• Other reasonably assigned duties as per business need.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Job description

Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking a Prepared Foods Counter Associate in New York, NY to join our store teams behind prepared foods, cheese, deli, pastry and other counters.

You will provide exceptional customer service, help guests with product knowledge, maintain displays, ensure safe dating and inventory, and keep the station clean in a fast-paced environment. Flexible scheduling including nights and weekends is required.