Expeditor (Expo)

StaffedUp; University City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

StaffedUp is seeking an Expo/Expeditor to help coordinate the flow between kitchen and dining room in a fast-paced restaurant environment. You will ensure orders are plated and presented perfectly and delivered promptly to guests.

In this role you will manage multiple orders, assist with garnishes and to-go preparations, keep the expo area clean, and communicate any delays or dietary concerns to the team. A collaborative, punctual team player thrives here.

Qualifications

• Clear and proactive communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Strong multitasking ability in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during peak service times.
• Meticulous attention to plating, timing, and presentation.
• Collaborative team player who supports others to deliver guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and organize orders from kitchen to ensure timely delivery to guests.
• Ensure orders are complete, plated correctly, and meet presentation standards.
• Maintain ticket order and timing to ensure smooth flow of service.
• Prioritize and organize multiple orders simultaneously without delay.
• Add garnishing or final presentation touches when required.
• Deliver finished orders to guests using correct seat number rotation.
• Prepare to-go orders with condiments, sides, bagging, and labeling.
• Keep pass-through window and expo station clean and organized.
• Communicate delays, issues, or dietary concerns clearly to servers or management.
• Support kitchen or service staff during high-volume shifts as needed.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Stay calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Team player

Punctual

Job description

The Expeditor is responsible for coordinating and organizing orders from the kitchen to ensure timely, accurate, and visually perfect dishes are delivered to guests. You’ll be the gatekeeper of quality, speed, and presentation — a calm and focused presence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and efficiently between kitchen staff and front-of-house team

• Ensure food orders are complete, plated correctly, and meet presentation standards

• Maintain ticket order and timing to ensure smooth flow of service

• Prioritize and organize multiple orders simultaneously without delay

• Garnishing or final presentation touches when needed

• Run all finished orders and deliver to guests using proper seat number rotation
• Prepare all to go orders with proper condiments, sides, bagging, and labeling

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pass-through window and expo station

• Communicate any delays, issues, or dietary concerns clearly to servers or management

• Support kitchen or service staff during high-volume shifts as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous restaurant or kitchen experience preferred but not required

• Strong communication and multitasking skills

• Ability to stay calm under pressure in a high-volume environment

• Great attention to detail and pride in the guest experience

• Team player mentality with a proactive, solution-oriented approach

• Dependable, punctual, and professional