Expeditor - 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Expeditor for 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar serves as the vital link between the kitchen and front-of-house team, ensuring that each dish meets quality standards and reaches guests in a timely manner. This position manages order flow, inspects plated items for accuracy and presentation, and coordinates communication among chefs, servers, and management to optimize service efficiency and enhance the guest experience.

Responsibilities :

Essential functions of the position are listed below. Additional duties may be assigned as required

• Monitor incoming orders in the kitchen, prioritize based on fire times, and communicate any delays or issues to appropriate staff.
• Inspect each plate for accuracy, portion size, temperature, garnish, and presentation before it leaves the kitchen.
• Coordinate with chefs and line cooks to resolve any plating or preparation discrepancies.
• Distribute completed dishes to servers in a timely, organized manner, grouping courses to ensure simultaneous delivery where appropriate.
• Maintain clear, constant communication via radio or in-person with servers and management regarding order status, modifications, and guest requests.
• Update and manage expeditor station stock, including order tickets, markers, garnishes, and necessary kitchen supplies.
• Document special dietary requests, allergies, or order modifications and relay them accurately to kitchen staff.
• Assist in training new bussers, and food runners on expeditor station procedures and communication protocols.
• Participate in pre-shift briefings to review menu changes, mise en place requirements, and service priorities.
• Uphold cleanliness and food-safety standards within the expeditor station and adjacent kitchen areas.
• Provide support to front-of-house team members during peak service periods to maintain flow and minimize guest wait times.

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