Expeditor

Acadia National Park; Seal Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia National Park is seeking an Expeditor to coordinate order preparation and delivery in a fast-paced kitchen. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to ensure accuracy, presentation and timing of every plate, while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

You should have strong communication skills, be able to stand for long periods, and possess ServSafe certification or be willing to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Minimum 1 year of restaurant experience.
• ServSafe Certification as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food orders to ensure accuracy and timeliness according to procedures.
• Know menu items and specials to orchestrate efficient delivery of meals to all tables, checking accuracy, presentation and temperature.
• Assist with final preparation of dishes as required.
• Ensure orders have correct priority.
• Eliminate obstacles in service, preparation lines or dishwashing.
• Inspect premises to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Understand ISO environmental and quality management systems and health & safety standards; meet related responsibilities.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication

Team player

ServSafe Certification

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Title: Expeditor
Reports To: Executive Chef
Department: Food & Beverage

Summary of Position

Ensure that all food orders are prepared according to Company guidelines to ensure anextraordinary guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food orders to ensure they are prepared in an accurate and timelymanner according to Company procedures
• Possess thorough and accurate knowledge of menu items and specials and orchestratethe efficient delivery of meals to all tables checking for accuracy, presentation andtemperature
• Assist with the final preparation of dishes as required
• Ensure orders are being prepared with the correct priority
• Eliminate obstacles in service, food preparation lines or dishwashing
• Inspect premises to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Understand Company ISO (Environmental & Quality) management systems, Health andSafety standards, policies, goals and initiatives and meet the specific responsibilitieswithin these areas
• Other duties per Duties Checklist and as requested

Position Requirements

• Excellent communication and people skills
• Must be able to work a variety of day, night, weekend, holiday shifts
• Must be a team player capable of working with others in a positive manner
• Possess or obtain ServSafe Certification in accordance with Company policy
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently and handle tasks involving bending, twisting andsquatting
• Be well organized and have the ability to effectively handle multiple tasks at one time
• Dexterity in using kitchen equipment or utensils and carrying heavy trays
• Majority of shift will be spent on feet in a fast-paced environment, in close proximity toother people

Education and Experience

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum (1) year in a restaurant establishment