Kitchen Expediter

## Description

**Kitchen Expediter (Expo)- Full time Wed-Sunday 12pm-8pm**

**Job Description**

The Kitchen Expediter is responsible for organizing and coordinating all kitchen tickets to ensure food is prepared accurately, completely, and in a timely manner before leaving the kitchen. This position acts as the communication link between the kitchen and front-of-house team, maintaining quality standards and smooth service flow.

**Primary Responsibilities**

• Organize and prioritize incoming food tickets during service.
• Communicate clearly with chefs, line cooks, and food runners regarding ticket timing and table needs.
• Ensure every dish matches the complete ticket order before leaving the kitchen.
• Verify plate presentation, temperatures, garnishes, modifications, and side items.
• Confirm all components of an order are complete and ready to be served together.
• Coordinate timing between stations to maintain smooth and efficient service.
• Hand completed orders to food runners with accurate table numbers and seat positions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line and service area.
• Alert management or chefs to delays, missing items, or quality concerns immediately.
• Assist with restocking plates, garnishes, sauces, and expo supplies as needed.

**Skills & Qualifications**

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Knowledge of menu items and kitchen procedures preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• Team-oriented mindset with a sense of urgency.

**Goal of Position**

To ensure every guest order is accurate, complete, properly presented, and delivered efficiently from the kitchen to the dining room through effective ticket organization and communication with the food running team.