Culinary Expeditor

Happy Corner Hospitality Group (Motek); New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay

401(k) savings

Health benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Motek on 57th St. in New York is seeking an Expeditor to bridge the kitchen and front-of-house, ensuring every plate meets our standards of timing and presentation.

As part of the Happy Corner Hospitality collective, you will join a fast-paced team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences, with weekly pay, growth opportunities, competitive wages, a 401(k) plan, health benefits, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Experience with Mediterranean cuisine is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently during peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between FOH and kitchen during service.
• Ensure correct plating and presentation standards.
• Verify ticket accuracy before leaving the kitchen.
• Monitor pacing and alert managers to delays.
• Prioritize dishes for smooth service at tables.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Bilingual

Job description

Description

We’re thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of Motek 57th St. — a very exciting and unique opportunity to join our team at the start of this new chapter! We’re looking for passionate and driven hospitality professionals who want to be part of something special from day one.

Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, is a Mediterranean concept restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued guests. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, and we're currently seeking passionate individuals to join our team.

Position Overview

As an Expeditor, you'll play a crucial role between the kitchen and the front-of-house team, ensuring that every plate leaving the kitchen meets our standards of quality, presentation, and timing. You'll help coordinate the flow of service and maintain clear communication between cooks and servers to ensure smooth, efficient operations.

Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Acts as liaison between FOH and kitchen during service.
• Ensure all food is plated correctly and presentation is up to standards.
• Ensure ticket accuracy before leaving the kitchen.
• Monitor pacing of food and alert managers of any tickets running behind.
• Manage the order of dishes to ensure smooth service at table.

Benefits

• Wages paid weekly.
• Growth opportunities.
• Competitive pay.
• 401(K) savings plans.
• Health benefits (upon eligibility).
• Employee discounts.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years in a fast-paced kitchen environment. (Experience with Mediterranean food is a plus.)
• Knowledgeable on food safety guidelines.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Bilingual (not required however, it is a huge plus.)
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!