Uncle Giuseppe's, Inc Yorktown Heights , NY 10598
Posted 1 week ago
Our Yorktown Heights, NY store has an exciting opportunity in its Pasta/Mozzarella Department. We are seeking a PT Mozzarella Clerk to join our busy team, preparing, making and packaging our gourmet cheese!
Our Mozzarella Clerks are responsible for making fresh Mozzarella according to Uncle Giuseppe's authentic Italian recipe. Mozzarella Clerks utilizes fresh mozzarella curd to heat, stretch by hand, and make house-made mozzarella. Engages all senses: tastes, smells, feels, listens and observes all characteristics of each batch to maintain and elevate quality
Records daily the weight of ingredients used, batch sizes, and amounts transferred to other outlets
Makes variations in time cycles and ingredients used as necessary for succeeding batches
Cares for and handles products with careful attention to quality control and waste management
Weighs, packages and labels mozzarella lab offerings
Stocks display refrigerators neatly, accurately and in a timely manner
Provides guest service and information on mozzarella-making process to guests
Cleans work station thoroughly following food safety best practices
Ensures collateral supplies are in stock and being utilized properly in the lab
Other duties as required or assigned
Requirements
HS Diploma or equivalent
Previous cheese making and/or food production experience preferred
Basic math skills
Good communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work within a kitchen production environment and use commercial kitchen equipment
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more!
Working Conditions
Most of the time is spent moving about continuously on hard surfaces. There may be a need to frequently position oneself to examine and/or scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping.
May require lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 30 pounds with assistance.
Usually in a comfortable indoor environment surrounded by moving machinery and/or loud equipment that may require shouting in order to be heard. There could be exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers.
There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents, sharp objects/industrial equipment necessary to perform job duties and functions.
Uncle Giuseppe's, Inc