Main Responsibilities of an Expediter
- Read orders and alert kitchen staff as to what needs to be prepared
- Check finished orders to make sure they are completed to the customer's specifications and are cooked properly
- Makes sure food is presented attractively on the plate
Expediter Job Description
As an expediter, you will need to monitor the kitchen and the food preparation areas.
You will also manage the kitchen staff, including making sure the staff stays on task, completing dishes in the appropriate order, and preparing all food to meet safety standards.
Responsibilities as an Expediter
- Read orders to kitchen staff and assign staff members to complete them
- Check all finished food for safety and appearance
- Keep kitchen and food preparation areas clean and sanitized
- Keeps track of food preparation time to make sure the kitchen is operating efficiently and customers do not have to wait excessively for their food
- Ensure that all food stations are properly stocked
- Control the work flow in the kitchen to maximize the staff's efficiency
- Keep the kitchen work area well-organized
- Additional responsibilities as assigned or requested by management
Expediter Job Requirements
- Perform physically demanding activities, including carrying, lifting, stooping, standing for long periods of time etc.
- Complete actions in a specific order
- Communicate effectively with co-workers and others in the work environment
- Experience working in a restaurant kitchen
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance