Kitchen Expeditor

Little Grenjai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Little Grenjai in Brooklyn is seeking a Kitchen Expeditor to join our Thai-American diner team. You’ll liaison between kitchen and service, ensuring timely delivery and quality checks in a fast-paced open kitchen.

You’ll interact with guests, assist servers when needed, and train new team members. A 2+ year line cook background, passion for Thai cuisine, and English fluency with Spanish for communication are desired.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a line cook position.
• Line Cook experience with breakfast/brunch menus.
• Passion for Thai cuisine or eagerness to learn.
• Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct yourself in a professional manner in our open kitchen.
• Oversee the kitchen pass and runners during service periods.
• Maintain high standards of quality, taste and presentation.
• Use our touch screen Square pos system to communicate with kitchen and keep your station organized.
• Maintain a clean, organized, efficient, and stocked station and work area at all times.
• Listen and communicate clearly and effectively with all team members.
• Embodies a professional demeanor in a very high stress level position.
• Support in the service training of all new team members in the food runner positions.

Skills

Line cook experience

Thai cuisine passion

English fluency

Spanish conversational

Job description

Join our kitchen team at this beloved Thai-American diner in bed stuy, Brooklyn. Play a contributing role in our small kitchen team to learn our unique brand of authentic Thai dishes with an American twist. Work in an open kitchen in a chill and fun atmosphere while putting out some of the best Thai food in the city.

The Expo Role:

The expeditor is a liaison between the kitchen and service teams and works in the kitchen alongside both cooks and service team members. This expeditor facilitates the process of delivering dishes from the kitchen to the guests in a timely manner, and following proper steps of service. In our open kitchen, the expo should be comfortable interacting with guests and occasionally helping servers when they are busy. This position is the final quality control check for flavor and presentation. The expo must be organized and quick on their feet to put out the right food on time.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct yourself in a professional manner in our open kitchen
• Oversee the kitchen pass and runners during service periods
• Maintain high standards of quality, taste and presentation
• Use our touch screen Square pos system to communicate with kitchen and keep your station organized
• Maintain a clean, organized, efficient, and stocked station and work area at all times
• Listen and communicate clearly and effectively with all team members
• Embodies a professional demeanor in a very high stress level position
• Support in the service training of all new team members in the food runner positions

Requirements:

• 2+ years’ experience in a line cook position
• Line Cook experience with breakfast/brunch menus
• Passion for Thai cuisine. Or a desire to learn about Thai cuisine
• Fluent in English and at least conversational in Spanish

Perks:

As a Kitchen Expeditor , you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $21 - $27/hour
• Learn Thai cooking techniques and flavors including wok, house made curry pastes, using mortar and pestle, etc.
• We prioritize a drama free, peaceful environment in the kitchen, even in times of overwhelming pressure
• Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.