Fish Cutter

600 Food Center Dr, The Bronx, NY 10474
Food service
Full-time
Citarella Gourmet
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Description

Since 1912, Citarella has been a part of New York. Our name is synonymous with freshness, quality and value. In a city that offers overwhelming variety, we proudly offer the largest selection of fresh seafood & aged prime meats along with prepared foods and gourmet groceries. While growing, we have maintained our commitment to providing the best quality, value and service.

Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking Fish Cutters to join our growing team.

As a member of the Fish team, Fish Cutters are skilled at cleaning, butchering and preparing various fish/seafood products for Citarella’s stores. This role will have a solid understanding of proper fish butchering and seafood in a high volume, fast paced department while working in a cold-climate environment. You have advanced knife skills, seeking to minimize waste, support Fish Associates, as well as learn new butchering skills, seasonal seafood products and overall Fish Department operations. Please note that the Fish Department is a 24hr operation due to the nature of the product procurement.

Responsibilities:

  • Breaking down, filleting of various fish products.
  • Support Fish Associate workload when needed, e.g. gutting, cleaning, de-scaling, removing bones, portioning.
  • Package and label all orders to ensure correct allocation of product to store locations.
  • Maintain and stock product in warehouse, understanding product dating and inventory control.
  • Maintain clean and sanitary workstation and storage area.
  • Follow all safety guidelines/requirements.
  • In addition, other duties/projects/assignments as directed by management.

Minimum requirements:

  • 2 years of experience cleaning and cutting various types of fish.
  • Advanced knife skills required.
  • Solid knowledge of fish products.
  • Effective interpersonal & communication skills, and able to work in a team environment.
  • Follow sanitary and safety guidelines.
  • Ability to work in a cold refrigerated environment for your entire shift.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of position including lifting loads of up to 80 lbs.

In return, we offer:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Company Sponsored Life Insurance, 401k Match Program, PTO, Employee Assistance Program, FSA, Employee Discounts and more!