Pastry 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 

The Pastry Cook Associate is responsible for assisting in the preparation and completion of the daily production tasks in the pastry department. Key duties include preparing doughs, batters, icings, baking products, and performing various pastry preparation tasks as required to meet business needs. 

• Assist with daily production tasks under the supervision of the supervisor.
• Assist in proper rotation of ingredients to prevent waste and ensure freshness of pastry items
• Follow standardized recipes, ensuring proper measuring and weighing of all ingredients.
• Weigh out batters evenly a variety of pastry baking pans
• Label, date, and organize all products produced accurately.
• Maintain an accurate inventory by counting available products regularly.
• Ensure proper rotation of ingredients to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Evenly portion batters into various baking pans.
• Keep work area clean and sanitized, including washing tables and cutting blocks.
• Report to work on time, neatly groomed, and in the correct uniform.
• Perform additional duties, tasks, or projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Important Disclaimer Notice: 

The described functions are among the essential job functions for this position but are not exhaustive of the essential functions of the job or of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. Associates may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. 

Qualifications and Requirements 

• Basic understanding of pastry and baking techniques (e.g., creaming, kneading, whipping, portioning).
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment.
• Team player, able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Effective communication skills in Englis.  Spanish is a plus

Preferred Skills 

• Basic knowledge of Allergens and Non-Allergens. 
• Must be able lift 25-50lbs throughout the shift.
• Must be able to report any other non-inventory issues that may arise.
• Must be able to withstand different temperatures throughout the shift. Hot and cold.
• Must be dressed for work. Uniforms will be given to fit the company dress code.

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.  

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