Food Expeditor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

An Expeditor helps keep a smooth workflow between the kitchen and the tables. You will work in a fast-paced environment to get proper orders out faster and more efficiently. As a food expeditor, you must have excellent communication skills and experience in a restaurant’s hectic setting. You must have enough stamina to be in constant motion and skills to coordinate and organize processes and people. The goal is to make service faster and better to help enhance our quality and reputation

Company Overview

Huey's, locally owned and operated, has been a staple of the Memphis community for 50 years. We're known for our blues, brews, burgers, excellent customer service, community outreach, and family environment.

Job Summary

An Expediter (or Expo) is the liaison between the wait staff and the kitchen. The wait staff directs all comments, requests, questions, and special instructions to the Expo, who, then addresses the kitchen. The Expo is the only person to communicate with the kitchen during peak times. Must be friendly to all employees. Expos ensure the expediting area (or window) stays clean and stocked and ensures quality control of the food. An Expo must possess a thorough knowledge of the entire menu and the ability to recognize all the food coming from the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the servers to the kitchen.
• Ensure orders are being prepared with the correct priority.
• Assist in the final preparation of dishes.
• Check dishes before delivery for accuracy, presentation, and temperature.
• Deliver orders to maintain fast service.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Attention to detail 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Excellent time management skills 

Benefits/Perks

• Free Employee Meal when working
• 50% Discount on a meal when the off clock (restrictions apply)
• Medical Insurance (if applicable)
• Vision and Dental Insurance 
• Term Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401-K (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program