Expeditor

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: 104 hours

Holiday pay 1.5x

OT pay 1.5x

Referral bonus

Recognition program

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Educational partnerships

Job summary

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an Expeditor to ensure the smooth flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area. You will coordinate orders, maintain quality, and support a high standard of presentation for residents.

Join our culinary team and collaborate with the Sous Chef and servers. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, with no late nights.

Qualifications

• Fast, organized energy to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Clear communication to keep the kitchen and servers in sync.
• Attention to detail to ensure every plate looks perfect.
• Commitment to guest satisfaction with every dish delivered.
• 1-3 years of experience; basic culinary knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensures service station is ready for meal service.
• Acts as liaison between kitchen and waitstaff for timely delivery.
• Inspects dishes for accuracy and presentation before leaving kitchen.
• Assists in final plating and garnishing for visual appeal.
• Maintains clear communication with kitchen and servers about orders and delays.
• Handles customer complaints and resolves discrepancies in quality or order accuracy.
• Upholds health and sanitation standards in kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Fast energy

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Guest satisfaction

Job description

Job Location: Atlantic Shores Retirement Community - Virginia Beach, VA 23454

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $16.67 - $20.84

Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service

Are you ready to help deliver culinary perfection, one plate at a time? Join our culinary team as an Expeditor, where your passion for precision directly nourishes the lives of the residents in our vibrant retirement community.

What You’ll Bring:

• Fast, organized energy to keep service flowing smoothly
• Clear communication to keep the kitchen and servers in sync
• A sharp eye for detail ensuring every plate looks perfect
• A passion for guest satisfaction with every dish delivered

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• No late nights.
• Positive team environment and culture.
• Room to grow.
• Awesome total rewards package.

Earn a competitive hourly rate based on years of experience.

Additional compensation includes:

• Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually
• 1.5x Holiday Pay
• 1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Referral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our team
• Star Employee Recognition Program including monetary awards
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental: Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft
• 401k with company match
• Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework
• Educational Partnership Discounts: South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian University

Position Summary:

The Expeditor position ensures the smooth flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area, coordinating orders, maintaining quality standards, and enhancing the overall dining experience. This position reports to the Sous Chef.

• Ensures that the service station is ready for meal service.
• Acts as a liaison between the kitchen staff and waitstaff, ensuring that food orders are prepared and delivered in a timely manner.
• Inspects dishes for accuracy and presentation before they leave the kitchen, ensuring they meet the restaurant's standards.
• Assists in the final plating and garnishing of dishes, ensuring they are visually appealing and ready for service.
• Maintains clear communication with kitchen staff and servers regarding order status, potential delays, and any issues that arise.
• Handles customer complaints and resolves any discrepancies related to food quality or order accuracy.
• Upholds health and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a clean and safe environment for food preparation and service.

Education and/or Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience; basic culinary knowledge is a plus. Culinary students welcome.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.
• Interest in learning and growing within the kitchen team.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Preferred candidates will have:
• • Strong verbal communication skills are essential for effectively relaying orders and coordinating between the kitchen and front-of-house staff.
  • Ability to manage multiple orders and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Keen eye for attention detail to ensure that all dishes meet quality and presentation standards.
  • Previous experience in a restaurant setting, particularly in roles that involve food service or kitchen operations, is often preferred.
  • Ability to be on your feet and moving quickly throughout the restaurant.

Qualifications

Our vision at Atlantic Shores is "To be a neighborhood where people want to live and work." Located in Virginia Beach, we are an award‑winning continuing care retirement community serving ages 55 and up. We live our mission of being a welcoming neighborhood promoting active lifestyles in a community which ensures freedom, dignity, wellness, independence and security for all residents and staff.

Our Core Values include:

• Service to others
• Culture of Trust/Honesty
• Leadership to Grow
• Loyalty

Why choose us? For a rewarding opportunity.

We are looking for people who have a heart full of compassion, people who are warm and kind. Here at Atlantic Shores, you will have the opportunity to make a wonderful difference in someone’s life every day.

Employment with Atlantic Shores comes with great benefits - with the flexibility to choose the health and welfare plans to best meet your needs.