Expediter

Description

We are currently seeking an Expeditor to join our Culinary Department.

The Expeditor plays an essential role in supporting the culinary team by coordinating the flow of completed food orders from the kitchen to the dining area. This position serves as a key communication point between the culinary team and food runners, ensuring that orders are accurate, complete, properly presented, and delivered in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, able to work efficiently in a fast-paced culinary environment, and committed to maintaining the quality and presentation standards of the department.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor and track food orders throughout the kitchen to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Review completed orders for accuracy, presentation, quality, and adherence to company standards before they leave the kitchen.
• Confirm that all components of an order are complete, including modifications, special requests, condiments, and accompanying items.
• Coordinate with culinary team members regarding order status, timing, modifications, and special requests.
• Communicate with food runners to ensure completed orders are routed to the appropriate destination.
• Help maintain an organized and efficient flow of food during periods of high-volume service.
• Identify and communicate any missing, incorrect, or improperly prepared items to the appropriate culinary team member.
• Maintain the expediting area and surrounding kitchen areas clean, organized, and properly stocked.
• Follow all company food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, and workplace safety standards.
• Support the culinary team in maintaining consistent food quality and presentation standards.
• Perform other culinary-related duties as assigned by the Chef, Culinary Manager, or other department leadership.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a restaurant, culinary, food-service, or high-volume kitchen environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy during busy service periods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with culinary team members and food runners.
• Ability to prioritize multiple orders and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of cleanliness, sanitation, and food-safety practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a culinary team.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional during high-volume service.
• Must be comfortable working around food, kitchen equipment, and a fast-paced culinary environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and safely handle food orders and trays.
• Must be available to work scheduled morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts, Monday through Sunday, based on business needs.
• Food-handler certification may be required according to company policy and applicable regulations.
• Previous experience as an Expeditor, Food Runner, Server, Line Cook, or other restaurant/culinary position.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and kitchen order systems.
• Knowledge of food presentation and basic culinary terminology.
• Experience working in a high-volume restaurant or culinary operation.

Physical Demands:

• Stand and/or Walk: Able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Capable of lifting and/or pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Tolerance to Environmental Conditions: Able to work in various temperatures, including hot, humid, and cold environments, as well as tolerate moderate amounts of dust and cleaning agents. 
• Allergies: Must be able to work with a wide variety of fresh products without experiencing negative allergic reactions. 
• Flexibility and Mobility: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and move around as needed.
• Step-stool and Ladder: Ability to utilize a step-stool or a ladder. 
• Physical Balance: Able to maintain physical balance and stability while performing tasks. 
• Manual Dexterity: Proficient in both gross and fine manipulation. 
• Reaching: Capable of reaching below or at the waist and overhead. 
• Communication Skills: Effective speaking skills to convey instructions and communicate with coworkers clearly and accurately, especially in a loud or busy environment. 
• Vision: Peripheral vision and near and far visual acuity are essential.
• Hearing:  Ability to hear and respond to inquiries and instructions effectively in a busy environment.

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