Water's Table Expediter (Full Time)
About The Position
Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities. Enjoy close proximity access to Sea-Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more. Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton. Job Overview: The Expediter serves as a critical liaison between the kitchen and service staff, ensuring seamless communication and efficient delivery of high-quality meals to guests. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it is career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. View our Virtual Reality Experience to spend a 'day in the life' of a hospitality professional at a full-service hotel.
Requirements
- Refined verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of culinary and restaurant operations.
- Related hotel experience is preferred.
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
- Strong organization and time - management skills
- Basic cooking and cooking knowledge
- Familiarity with food safety regulations
- A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Flexible availability, weekends and holidays required
Nice To Haves
- Related hotel experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Verify that food orders are complete, accurate, and delivered promptly to guests.
- Maintain a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
- Support kitchen operations by assisting with light food prep, plating, garnishing, and organizing orders.
- Restock supplies and maintain an organized work area during service.
- Address real-time challenges, such as missing components, delayed dishes, or special requests, to uphold efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Monitor wait times for food tickets and ensure timely preparation and delivery.
- Collaborate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to provide accurate menu explanations, including ingredients, allergy considerations, and special dietary needs.
- Understand menu ingredients to maintain production control and ensure consistency in freshness, plating, and presentation standards.
- Assist with food deliveries as needed.
- Ensure each plate is meticulously finalized before leaving the kitchen, including garnishing and verifying adherence to established specifications.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager(s).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
- Paid Vacation, sick leave and up to 3 float days
- 401(k)
- Paid Family Bonding Time
- Adoption Assistance
- Tuition/Wellness Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Referral Bonuses
- Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
- Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
- Free colleague meals during shift
- Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Accommodation
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
