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City of Lincoln

Mozzarella Clerk

City of Lincoln, Melville, New York, us, 11775

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Mozzarella Clerk (Administrative) Our Melville store has an exciting opportunity within its Pasta/Mozzarella Department. We are seeking a PT/FT 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 Giuseppi's authentic Italian recipe. Mozzarella Clerks utilize fresh mozzarella curd to heat, stretch by hand, and make house‑made mozzarella. They engage all senses—tastes, smells, feels, listens, and observes all characteristics of each batch to maintain and elevate quality.

Job Functions

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

Must be able to speak, read, and understand the English language

Ability to work within a kitchen production environment and use commercial kitchen equipment

Benefits 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.

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