Cheese Counter Associate - CT

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!

Citarella is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)