Kitchen Expo

Ontario Trillium Foundation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ontario Trillium Foundation seeks an Expo to coordinate food orders in a fast‑paced kitchen environment. This role ensures meals are prepared accurately, plated to standard, and delivered on time, acting as the final quality checkpoint. Candidates should possess strong communication and multitasking skills and have a background in restaurant or food service.

Additional expectations include maintaining food presentation standards and coordinating with service staff efficiently. This position will require working evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or food service experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food orders between kitchen and service staff.
• Ensure meals are prepared correctly and delivered promptly.
• Verify food quality, appearance, and portion sizes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Attention to detail

Job description

The Kitchen Expo is responsible for coordinating food orders between the kitchen and service staff, ensuring all meals are prepared correctly, plated according to standards, and delivered promptly. The Expo acts as the final quality‑control checkpoint before food leaves the kitchen.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Review and organize incoming food orders.

Communicate order priorities and special requests to kitchen staff.

Ensure all items for each ticket are completed and ready at the same time.

Verify food quality, appearance, portion sizes, and accuracy.

Coordinate with servers to ensure timely food delivery.

Maintain ticket times and help minimize delays.

Monitor food temperatures and presentation standards.

Assist with garnishing and final plating when needed.

Keep the expo line clean, organized, and stocked.

Resolve order discrepancies quickly and professionally.

Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

Previous restaurant or food service experience preferred.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Understanding of kitchen operations and ticket management.

Ability to read and interpret order tickets accurately.

Strong teamwork and leadership presence.

Problem‑solving skills under pressure.

Basic knowledge of food safety regulations.

Work Environment

Fast‑paced commercial kitchen environment.

Exposure to heat, noise, and slippery surfaces.

Requires evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Performance Expectations

Maintain accurate order fulfillment.

Keep ticket times within restaurant standards.

Ensure consistent food quality and presentation.

Promote positive communication between front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams.