Prep Cook

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

Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking Experienced high volume restaurant quality Cooks to join our growing team! We are seeking individuals whose interest and passion for cooking is as unparalleled as our commitment to superb customer service and quality food. 

Primary functions:

• Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, desserts, according to chef's/supervisors' instructions, following approved recipes & procedures.


• Weigh and measure ingredients; properly use recipes in order to produce a standard product.


• Follow various recipes and cook dishes for 8 store locations


• Clean, cut, and cook meat, fish, or poultry.


• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.


• Follow all health, safety, sanitation guidelines and procedures


• Other reasonably assigned duties as per business need

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a culinary role in a high-volume, high-quality production and/or catering kitchen or similar role


• Prior mass production experience in restaurant/ catering/ hotel/ commissary kitchen or similar environment is preferred


• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking


• Ability to take direction and follow recipes


• Must have ability to work flexible schedule including overnight shifts and weekends


• Must be able to meet physical demands of the position including extended periods of standing and walking throughout the day; ability to lift, pull, push carry up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)


• Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation standards


• Professional work ethic and effective communication skills


• Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and meet deadlines