Kitchen Expediter: Fast-Paced Food Prep & Presentation

Paisans Pizzeria; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Paisans Pizzeria is seeking an Expediter to ensure well-presented, timely, and consistent food. The role includes overseeing cooks’ line setup, upholding sanitation, and quick, accurate plate assembly.

Responsibilities include reading orders, prepping, maintaining quality, handling beverages, and customer service at windows or counters when needed. Team collaboration and attention to detail are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Quick Service or Fast Food experience preferred.
• 1-2 years food preparation experience preferred.
• 1 year restaurant and cash handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reading orders and assisting in preparation of food
• Preparing plate presentations
• Ensuring food product is created in a consistent manner and within the applicable timeframe
• Washing, trimming, cutting, and preparing foods for cooking
• Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
• Measuring ingredients as required for specific food items being prepared
• Preparing and serving beverages such as coffee and fountain drinks
• Verifying that prepared food meets quality and quantity requirements
• Serving orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables, as needed
• Taking food and drink orders and receiving payment from customers, as needed

Skills

Quick Service experience

Food preparation

Cash handling

Job description

Paisans Pizzeria is seeking an Expediter to ensure well-presented, timely, and consistent food. The role includes overseeing cooks’ line setup, upholding sanitation, and quick, accurate plate assembly.

Responsibilities include reading orders, prepping, maintaining quality, handling beverages, and customer service at windows or counters when needed. Team collaboration and attention to detail are essential in a fast-paced environment.