Address
Form of workPosition:
Food Expeditor
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Venue:
The Nice Guy
Department:
Front of House
Reports to:
General Manager
Payroll class:
Part-Time; Hourly
ABOUT US:
The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles based lifestyle and hospitality company with establishments and events across the United States and Europe. We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse clientele. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world’s best restaurants, nightlife, and events.
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Food Expeditor is a pivotal position in maintaining the steady food flow of a restaurant and ensuring the food’s quality. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills and has fast-paced restaurant experience in a fine dining setting. Open availability is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the waiters 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.
- Eliminate obstacles in service, food preparation lines or dishwashing.
- Inspect the premises according to quality and sanitation standards and assist in cleaning.
- Transfer important information between the kitchen and the wait staff (e.g., when a customer has a particular request)
- Support other tasks as needed (e.g., telephone orders)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a valid Food Handler's Certificate or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
- Must be 21+ years old.
- Proven experience as food runner or other restaurant position.
- Understanding of health and safety rules in a restaurant.
- Dexterity in using kitchen equipment or utensils.
- Well-organized and ability to lead and direct people.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Outstanding coordination and multi-tasking abilities.
- A customer-oriented approach.
- Great physical endurance.
- Must be able to stand during entire shift, often up to 8 hours with frequent bending, squatting, and lifting plates, boxes, and objects up to 30lbs.
PERKS:
- Dental and Vision insurance with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Company Dining Discount.
