Expeditor

Village Inn; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking an Expeditor to ensure quality food presentation and timely service. The role involves managing kitchen orders, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring productivity in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a team player mentality.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensures kitchen orders are prepared in a timely manner.
• Maintains a brisk and steady pace, stays organized.
• Ensures proper presentation of each plate.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

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

1. 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.
2. Pace: Maintains a brisk and steady pace, stays organized, and avoids unnecessary steps.
3. Recipe Adherence: Ensures proper presentation of each plate and the appropriate temperature.
4. Cleanliness: Maintains the kitchen and all equipment in a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
5. Productivity: Measures productivity by both the quality of work and the quantity completed within a specific time period.
6. Organization skills: Essential for efficiency.
7. Think ahead: Stock supplies before the rush.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage fluctuating workloads.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Attention to detail and initiative are required.
• Responsible behavior and a professional image.
• Positive attitude.
• Prioritize safe food handling and safety at all times.
• Team player mentality.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Required and Preferred

Job Industries: Other