DoubleTree Lubbock University Area - Food Expeditor

Food Expeditor

Join our team as a Food Expeditor! You're the maestro orchestrating a flawless dance between the kitchen and the dining room. You make sure every plate is picture-perfect, garnished just right, and ready to wow guestsno smudges or spills allowed! It's all about keeping the food flowing and the customers smiling.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Order Orchestra: Manage the seamless flow of orders from waitstaff to kitchen, prioritizing plates and ensuring every dish gets VIP treatment.
• Presentation Pro: Double-check meals for accuracy, presentation, and temperature, making sure each plate is ready to impress guests.
• Service Speedster: Deliver dishes quickly, eliminate service obstacles, and support a fast-paced dining experience from prep to plate.
• Quality Guardian: Uphold Aimbridge Hospitality standards by inspecting premises for cleanliness, assisting with sanitation, and handling certifications like Alcohol Awareness and Food Handlers.
• Communication Champion: Relay important info between kitchen and staff, handle special requests, resolve guest complaints, and assist with tasks like telephone orders to keep everything running smoothly.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, with proven experience as a food expediter or in a related restaurant role.
• Alcohol Awareness and Food Handlers certifications required in accordance with state regulations.
• Strong communication skills, ability to convey information clearly, and experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules, dexterity in handling kitchen equipment, and physical stamina to stay in constant motion.
• Outstanding coordination, multi-tasking skills, and a customer-oriented approach.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay ! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

DoubleTree by Hilton Lubbock University Area is located a block south of US-82, walking distance from the Buddy Holly Performing Arts Center and within three miles of the UMC Health System Hospital and Texas Tech campus. Join us at our on-site restaurant and bar, and enjoy additional amenities like free WiFi, our free airport shuttle, indoor pool, fitness center, room service, and more.