Expeditor - Plate Presentation & Kitchen Liaison

Guest-Services,-Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services, Inc. seeks a dining room order and plate presentation associate responsible for coordinating garnish station setup, utensil stocking, and accurate communication with pantry and kitchen staff. You will ensure proper plate service, cleanliness, and adherence to food-safety guidelines.

The role requires collaboration with cooks, porters, and dining room staff to minimize waste and maintain high presentation standards in a fast-paced dining environment.

Qualifications

• Partial High School education; High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred.
• Able to coordinate communication with multiple people and stations and maintain proper plate service with accuracy.
• Possess or be able to complete ServSafe certification; strong sanitation skills.
• Knowledge of culinary terms and practices; able to follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Set up garnish station for plate presentation and stock dishes/utensils.
• Communicate with pantry and line cooks about soups, specials, and outed items; relay to dining room staff.
• Maintain dish stock with kitchen porter and utility staff; ensure clean, organized work areas.
• Adhere to ServSafe and HACCP sanitation guidelines and participate in safety meetings.
• Deliver plates to servers with correct presentation and minimal waste.
• Assist in maintaining sanitation and cleaning schedules for equipment and station.

Skills

Communication

Team coordination

Food safety

Sanitation

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Partial High School education

Tools

Knife skills

Plating utensils

Job description

Guest Services, Inc. seeks a dining room order and plate presentation associate responsible for coordinating garnish station setup, utensil stocking, and accurate communication with pantry and kitchen staff. You will ensure proper plate service, cleanliness, and adherence to food-safety guidelines.

The role requires collaboration with cooks, porters, and dining room staff to minimize waste and maintain high presentation standards in a fast-paced dining environment.