Fish and Meat Counter Associate - Citarella - Greenwich

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. Prep. Cook- Back of House Associates are responsible for preparation and maintenance of all hot bar, cold bar and salad bar Role/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 Minimum Qualifications • 1+ year experience working in a kitchen or food service preparation role (restaurant/catering/hotel experience is preferred), • Prior grill, saute, 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/ freshness and execute product batches per Citarella standards/recipes, • Ability to work both independently as well as with a team, • Effective communication/ interpersonal skills and ability to take direction, • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, • Willingness and ability to learn about our products, • Ability to perform physical requirements of position including standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, able to lift, carry, push and pull weights, • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays 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

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 Overview: As a member of the Cheese Department, the Cheese Counter Associate takes pride in having a vast knowledge of our cheese products. They will deliver exceptional guest service, be responsible for display items for the department, monitor waste, and be a strong team player. Responsibilities & Duties: • Help department to maximize sales by providing exceptional guest service., • Ability to increase sales by upselling, and suggestively selling products to every guest., • Responsible for product rotation, facing, restocking, product displays., • Clean and maintain department equipment (cutting boards, scales, cheese knives, etc.)., • Basic knife handling skills, • Cut, wrap, and clean various types of cheeses., • Adhere to all DOH, DOA and OSHA standards., • Keep records of temperatures and record inventory of products to determine what needs to be ordered and replenished., • Follow, maintain and perform safety and sanitation procedures; throughout all shifts., • Communicate effectively with peers and management., • Always maintain professionalism and treat everyone with respect and courtesy., • Must always be guest focus and forward facing. Minimum Requirements: • Minimum of 1 year in experience in a grocery store environment., • Exceptional guest service, • Must have a general knowledge of cheese and dairy products., • Some knowledge of tastings and pairings, • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays., • Perform physical requirements of job including standing during scheduled hours, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, lifting, push and pull items of usually 20-50 pounds., • Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment., • Basic knife handling skills, this may include the use of a deli slicer., • Food safety and sanitation knowledge., • Ability to show initiative, work with limited supervision, and are self-motivated., • Be brand ambassador for Citarella., • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills. IN RETURN, WE OFFER! Competitive Wages, Medical/Dental/Vision /life insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match! 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

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. As a member of the Produce team, our team members must take pride in having a vast knowledge of our produce items. They will deliver exceptional guest service, be responsible for display items for the department, monitor waste, and be a strong team player. Responsibilities & Duties: • Help department to maximize sales by providing exceptional guest service., • Ability to increase sales by suggestively selling products to every guest., • Unload products from truck, break down pallets, take in deliveries, and separate produce for sales floor, and cooler., • Process and/or wraps produce items prior to filling displays., • Basic knife skills., • Responsible for product rotation, facing, restocking, culling, product displays., • Adhere to all DOH, DOA and OSHA standards. Handle chemicals (spectrum veggie wash and sanitize solution)., • Follow, maintain and perform safety and sanitation procedures; throughout all shifts., • Communicate effectively with peers and management., • Always maintain professionalism and treat everyone with respect and courtesy., • Must always be guest focus and forward facing., • Adhere to all assigned duties by management team. Minimum Requirements • Minimum of 6 months to 1 year with food handling, guest service and sales experience., • Exceptional guest service, organization, and merchandizing skills., • Ability to retain product knowledge., • Ability to act with a sense of urgency and remain productive in a fast-paced environment., • Must possess problem solving skills., • Empowered team player willing to assist fellow associates. Additional Requirements: • Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed, and the in the correct uniform, • The associate is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 20–75 pounds., • The position requires manual dexterity, visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures, • Ability to work within temperature-controlled environments, • Handling and controlling cleaning supplies, • Maintain a clean and safe environment by following Citarella and DOA standards, • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays, • Other duties may be assigned as business needs change. IN RETURN, WE OFFER! Competitive Wages, Medical/Dental/Vision /Company sponsored life insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match! Citarella is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

We are hiring! Citarella- The Ultimate Gourmet Market is hosting a hiring event on Tuesday, 06/30 from 10AM to 2PM at our Greenwich, CT location. We are looking for talented individuals who are looking for a role where they can grow within the company and build their skillset. This is a great opportunity to visit our store and meet the hiring team! Please come prepared with a printed copy of your resume and dressed business casual. Roles: • Produce Associate, • Produce Department Manager (Experience required), • Prepared Foods Counter Associate, • Cheese Counter Associate (Experience required), • Fish Counter Associate (Experience required), • Fish Department Manager (Experience required), • Prep. Cook, • Front-End Department Manager (Experience required) Location: 600 W Putnam, Greenwich, CT 06830 Time: 10AM-2PM