Expo Lead: Fast-Paced Kitchen Coordination

141 Hard Rock Cafe International (STP) Inc; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock International is seeking an Expo to support kitchen operations and ensure timely preparation of all orders for tables. The role involves coordinating between service and kitchen staff, receiving products, preparing recipes to spec, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

The Expo will handle labeling, dating, and proper cold storage, while performing opening/closing duties and upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to bend & reach, lift up to 100 pounds, stand for 8+ hours.
• Ability to tolerate heat, cold, chemicals, and loud environments.
• Maintaining a well-groomed appearance and following uniform guidelines.
• Safety & sanitation best practices are followed at all times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure orders are cooked in a timely fashion and served hot to tables.
• Coordinate communication between service and kitchen staff to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Receive and order products; prepare recipes and menu items to spec.
• Label, date, cover and refrigerate prepped items properly for line.
• Perform opening/closing duties: setup, stock, and breakdown of kitchen areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, line, expo, dish room and back dock.
• Read order tickets or Kitchen Display System and assemble orders with quality control.
• Demonstrate vast product knowledge and quick decision-making for special prep or large groups.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Consultative skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Job description

Hard Rock International is seeking an Expo to support kitchen operations and ensure timely preparation of all orders for tables. The role involves coordinating between service and kitchen staff, receiving products, preparing recipes to spec, and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

The Expo will handle labeling, dating, and proper cold storage, while performing opening/closing duties and upholding safety and sanitation standards.