Expo - Stone Creek, Greenwood
About The Position
As an Expo (Expeditor), you ensure the smooth and efficient flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area. Attention to detail, organization, and collaboration with kitchen and service staff are essential to providing guests with a high-quality dining experience. The role includes checking food quality, accuracy, timing, garnish, and presentation; communicating order details and guest requests; and keeping the expo station clean and organized. The position offers competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement within the restaurant, and a dynamic, collaborative work environment.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
- Ability to stand, walk, and move around the kitchen and dining area for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift trays and dishes weighing up to 30 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as an expeditor or in a similar restaurant role.
Responsibilities
- Inspect dishes before they leave the kitchen to ensure quality and presentation standards are met.
- Verify orders are complete, correctly garnished, and match the customer's order; promptly address discrepancies with kitchen staff.
- Coordinate food timing with the kitchen so dishes for a table are ready simultaneously, hot dishes remain hot, and cold dishes remain cold.
- Monitor the pace of meals to support a smooth dining experience.
- Cross-check orders against tickets and communicate special requests, dietary restrictions, and modifications to the kitchen.
- Ensure each dish goes to the correct table and guest.
- Ensure dishes are garnished and plated to established standards, plates are clean, and presentation is visually appealing.
- Communicate with kitchen staff, servers, and management about order status and guest requests.
- Handle guest inquiries and special requests related to meals.
- Keep the expo station clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Assist with restaurant cleanliness, including clearing empty dishes and maintaining a tidy workspace.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Opportunities for advancement within the restaurant.
- Dynamic, collaborative work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
