Overnight Packer

Overnight Packer

New York, United States

Company
Citarella
Location
Bronx, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Indeed

Job Description
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.

As a member of the Packing team, our team members must take pride in having a vast knowledge of all grocery items we carry. They will deliver exceptional guest service, be responsible for display items for the department, monitor waste, and be a strong team player.

Responsibilities & Duties:
• Help department to maximize sales by providing exceptional guest service.
• Ability to increase sales by suggestively selling products to every guest.
• Unload products from truck, break down pallets, take in deliveries, and separate product for sales floor, and cooler.
• Required to ensure all products meet Citarella standards.
• Responsible for product rotation, facing, restocking, maintaining display.
• Adhere to all DOH, DOA and OSHA standards. Handle chemicals (department cleaning and sanitize solution).
• Follow, maintain and perform safety and sanitation procedures; throughout all shifts.
• Communicate effectively with peers and management.
• Always maintain professionalism and treat everyone with respect and courtesy.
• Must always be guest focus and forward facing.
• Adhere to all assigned duties by management team.

Minimum Requirements
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year with packing, guest service, and sales experience.
• Exceptional guest service, organization, and merchandizing skills.
• Ability to retain product knowledge.
• Ability to act with a sense of urgency and remain productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess problem solving skills.
• Empowered team player willing to assist fellow associates.

Additional Requirements:
• Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed, and the in the correct uniform
• The associate is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 20–75 pounds.
• The position requires manual dexterity, visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Ability to work within temperature-controlled environments.
• Handling and controlling cleaning supplies.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following Citarella and DOA standards
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties may be assigned as business needs change.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER!

Competitive Wages, Medical/Dental/Vision / Company sponsored life insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match!

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.

EOE/M/F/V/D

10PM-7AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act remains $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Packing jobs qualify as non-exempt work, requiring overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. State minimums are higher in 30 states, such as $16.00 per hour in California.
Q What is the median hourly wage for packers and packagers in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for packers and packagers, hand (SOC 53-7062) is $15.92 ($33,100 annually) based on May 2023 data, with 10th percentile at $12.35 per hour and 90th at $21.07 per hour. Wages average $16.94 per hour nationally. Entry-level packing jobs start at $14.00 to $16.00 per hour depending on location.
Q What work visa is required for international applicants seeking packing jobs in the US in 2026?
As per USCIS, foreign workers for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs use the H-2B visa, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 base visas plus up to 64,000 supplementals from prior appropriations. Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129, costing $460 filing fee. Processing time is 2-4 months.
Q What education or prior experience is needed for entry-level packing jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, packers and packagers need no formal educational credential and no previous work experience. Training is short-term on-the-job, typically 1 month or less. About 70% of jobs require high school diploma or equivalent for safety and literacy reasons.
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