Line Cook

Citarella Operating, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Citarella, known for its gourmet offerings, is searching for a skilled Line Cook to join their kitchen team. The role involves preparing and cooking a variety of meals, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality while contributing to a dynamic team environment. If you have experience in a busy kitchen and are passionate about food, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a family-run business that values quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume cooking of meats and vegetables is essential.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Effective communication skills in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals while maintaining food quality.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper functioning of kitchen equipment.
• Monitor food freshness and quality, rotating stock as necessary.

Skills

Knife skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adherence to food safety

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $21.00/hr

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

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking large-scale, commercially produced meals, including soups, meats, and vegetables. Responsibilities may also include ordering supplies, maintaining records and accounts, pricing menu items, and assisting with menu planning.

• Prepare a variety of foods, including meats, vegetables, and desserts, following the chef/supervisor's instructions and approved recipes and procedures.
• Accurately weigh and measure ingredients to produce a consistent, high-quality product.
• Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, and poultry to specification.
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper functioning of kitchen equipment, appliances, and work areas.
• Train new employees in kitchen procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain an organized and clean workstation and surrounding areas.
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines as outlined in the policy manual.
• Inspect and sanitize food preparation and serving areas to ensure sanitary food-handling practices.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters to ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature.
• Monitor food freshness and quality, rotating stock and keeping track of old and new ingredients.
• Stir or turn foods to ensure even cooking and proper seasoning according to recipes.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for presentation.
• Test foods for doneness through tasting, smelling, or using utensils to ensure proper cooking.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables as part of meal preparation.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
• Properly store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Receive, store, and organize food supplies, equipment, and utensils in appropriate storage spaces.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Knowledge of high-volume cooking, soups, stews, stocks, meats, and poultry.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment – Kettles, tilt skillets, ovens, stoves, & slicers.
• Experience in knife skills, cutting, peeling, dicing, slicing, and chopping, a variety of vegetables
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment.
• Team player, able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Effective communication skills in English and Spanish
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of Allergens and Non-Allergens.
• Must be able lift 25-50lbs throughout the shift.
• Must be able to report any other non-inventory issues that may arise.
• Must be able to withstand different temperatures throughout the shift. Hot and cold.
• Arrive at work on time, appropriately groomed, and in the correct uniform.
  
  

Important Disclaimer Notice

The described functions are among the essential job functions for this position but are not exhaustive of the essential functions of the job or of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. Associates may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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