Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market
Prepared Foods Counter Associate
Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market, Southampton, New York, United States
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Prepared Foods Counter Associate
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Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market .
Salary and Pay Range This range is provided by Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range:
$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Company Overview:
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.
Tasks / Responsibilities Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking
Prepared Foods Counter Associates
to join the store teams for full‑time positions to work behind our various food counters (including prepared foods, cheese, deli, pastry/bread, etc). Counter Associates are responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all guests, learning our products, promoting sales, and maintaining cleanliness and presentation of the department. Prior food knowledge is a plus.
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
Requirements
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 of position including standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, able to lift, carry, push and pull weights
Ability to work in a high‑volume, fast paced environment
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
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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Prepared Foods Counter Associate
role at
Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market .
Salary and Pay Range This range is provided by Citarella - The Ultimate Gourmet Market. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range:
$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Company Overview:
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.
Tasks / Responsibilities Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking
Prepared Foods Counter Associates
to join the store teams for full‑time positions to work behind our various food counters (including prepared foods, cheese, deli, pastry/bread, etc). Counter Associates are responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all guests, learning our products, promoting sales, and maintaining cleanliness and presentation of the department. Prior food knowledge is a plus.
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
Requirements
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 of position including standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, able to lift, carry, push and pull weights
Ability to work in a high‑volume, fast paced environment
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
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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