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Expediter (Expo)

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Kennedy Concepts’ mission is to enrich the lives of our guests and our team members. We do this through serving the highest level of food quality, bar drink quality, and legendary guest service in a clean and comfortable environment with an energetic ambiance. We believe in treating our team members and guests like family and know that our success depends upon creating and retaining a team capable of delivering an exceptional dining experience to every guest, every time and creating memories our guests will never forget.

Summary of Position

An Expo (Expediter) will be the bridge between the kitchen and the dining room, ensuring that food is prepared, plated, and delivered to guests in a timely and accurate manner. This role is crucial in maintaining the flow of the restaurant, organizing orders, and ensuring that the final presentation of dishes meets the restaurant's standards. Attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills are key to ensuring a smooth dining experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

·        Communicate effectively between kitchen staff, servers, and management to ensure that orders are completed accurately and promptly.

·        Ensure that all dishes are properly plated and meet the restaurant’s standards for presentation and quality.

·        Check orders before they are sent to ensure accuracy in ingredients, special requests, and dietary restrictions.

·        Oversee the timing of food orders to ensure that all items are delivered to the dining room in a timely manner, ensuring no delays or incorrect orders.

·        Keep the expo station clean and organized, ensuring that all tools and equipment are in proper working condition.

·        Communicate with servers regarding order status, timing, and any special requests or concerns from guests.

·        Occasionally assist in delivering food to guests, especially during busy periods or when necessary.

·        Monitor inventory levels of items needed at the expo station, such as garnishes, condiments, and utensils, and inform management when supplies are low.

·        Work closely with kitchen team members, servers, and management to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

·        Address and resolve any issues related to incorrect orders, food quality, or delays, ensuring that customer satisfaction is maintained.

·        Ability to think quickly and address any issues or discrepancies in a professional and calm manner.

·        Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house team.

Qualifications

·        Previous experience in a restaurant environment, especially in an expediting or food runner role, is preferred.

·        Excellent verbal communication skills to clearly relay information between kitchen staff, servers, and guests.

·        Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in orders, food presentation, and guest requests.

·        Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and keep the work area organized and efficient.

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively to ensure timely delivery of orders.

·        Work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).

·        Safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds as needed.