Expeditor

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. in Iowa City is seeking an Expeditor to ensure quality and timely presentation of all menu items. You will help assemble orders according to recipes and procedures to avoid waste, and keep the line stocked, neat, clean and safe for service.

The role requires strong multitasking, good communication with servers and kitchen staff, and a proactive attitude to maintain pace and portion control in a fast-paced dining room.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must.
• Responsible behavior and professional image.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority.
• Must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Ensures kitchen orders are prepared in a timely manner and sent out together by directing servers and/or food runners to deliver and complete the orders
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- Ensures proper presentation of each plate and the appropriate temperature
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush

Job description

Job Summary: The restaurant Expeditor ensures quality and proper presentation of food in a timely manner; that food orders are prepared and assembled quickly according to recipes and procedures to avoid waste; and that the line is always stocked, neat, clean and safe.

Job Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Ensures kitchen orders are prepared in a timely manner and sent out together by directing servers and/or food runners to deliver and complete the orders


• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps


• Recipe Adherence -- Ensures proper presentation of each plate and the appropriate temperature


• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a \"like new\" condition. Practice clean as you go!


• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period


• Organization skills are a must


• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload


• Ability to work and communicate well with others


• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must


• Responsible behavior and professional image


• Must have a positive attitude


• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority


• Must be a team player

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays