Prep Cook - Hot/Cold Bar & Salad Station Pro

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market in New York is seeking To Go Associates to prepare and maintain hot bar, cold bar and salad bar areas, ensuring adherence to Citarella recipes and food safety guidelines. Monitor temperatures, portions and presentation during service hours to keep items fresh and appealing.

You'll prepare items, ensure quality, replenish stock, label and rotate products, and keep stations clean while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in kitchen or food service preparation.
• Prior grill, sauté, or related kitchen station experience.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and follow Citarella recipes.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn about Citarella products.
• Ability to perform physical requirements including standing for extended periods, lifting and moving items.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for To Go bars including hot/cold bars, salad bars.
• Ensure all products meet Citarella standards of quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation.
• Monitor food levels and replenish items in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper dating, labeling, rotation, and storage of product.
• Maintain clean and organized work stations and surrounding areas.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and display standards in compliance with Citarella policies and food safety handling procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Other reasonably assigned duties as per business need.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Effective communication

Professional demeanor

Job description

Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market in New York is seeking To Go Associates to prepare and maintain hot bar, cold bar and salad bar areas, ensuring adherence to Citarella recipes and food safety guidelines. Monitor temperatures, portions and presentation during service hours to keep items fresh and appealing.

You'll prepare items, ensure quality, replenish stock, label and rotate products, and keep stations clean while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.