Expeditor - Urban Farmer

Sage Hospitality Group • Portland, OR

3d

About The Position

The Expeditor is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of food and maintaining high standards for plate presentation and food quality. The role communicates ticket content to chefs overseeing the restaurant pass. It also requires detailed knowledge of restaurant operations, menu items, food allergies, equipment, service procedures, liquor regulations, and point-of-sale and manual systems.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• At least 3 months of experience in a similar position.
• Basic knowledge of restaurant operations.
• Ability to communicate satisfactorily in English, including speaking, reading, and writing.
• Ability to perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, and cooperation, and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment, for up to 75% of the time.
• Ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and finger throughout the shift.
• Full range of mobility and ability to travel up to 300 feet regularly throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand continuously during preparation, service, or expediting.
• Vision sufficient to see small objects at arm’s length and read meters and controls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely delivery of food and that plate presentations and food quality meet the highest possible standards.
• Maintain knowledge of table, seat, and station numbers; room capacity; hours of operation; table setup; and restaurant dress code.
• Know and comply with departmental policies and service procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of liquor, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic selections, as well as glassware and garnishes.
• Know menu items, prices, preparation methods and times, ingredients, and quality standards for taste, appearance, texture, temperature, portion size, garnish, and presentation.
• Follow state liquor regulations, especially those prohibiting service to minors or intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
• Use and maintain equipment correctly and only as intended.
• Maintain knowledge of point-of-sale and manual systems.
• Maintain complete knowledge of food allergies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time associates.
• Complimentary cafeteria for all associates.
• 401(k) matching for all associates.
• Hotel discounts.
• Pre-tax savings account for parking and public transportation costs.
• $50 monthly TriMet subsidy.
• Other perks, benefits, and discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED