Expeditor - Gjelina Group New York : Job Details

FOOD EXPEDITOR/ EXPO (Gjelina NY)

Salary Range: $22.00 to $28.00 per hour (DOE and state)

Gjelina restaurant in Noho on Bond St. is looking for an experienced Food Expeditor to join our dynamic team! This high-volume, high-energy restaurant thrives on delivering exceptional service and quality. As an integral part of our team, you'll ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and the dining room, coordinating orders with precision and maintaining the flow of service. If you're passionate about working in a fast-paced environment, have a strong eye for detail, and enjoy collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume for review!

Job Summary: The Food Expeditor (Expo) ensures timely and accurate food preparation, assembly, garnishing, and delivery to guests. This role acts as a liaison between the kitchen, floor staff, and food runners, ensuring quality, presentation, and proper timing of dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage time and report to duty on time, including taking breaks in compliance with New York Labor Law.
• Maintain cleanliness and high hygiene standards.
• Be knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients.
• Ensure prep and station readiness before, during, and after shifts.
• Oversee quality and presentation of dishes, ensuring timely coursing.
• Liaise with management, servers, and runners, resolving any issues promptly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of restaurant expo or related experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions, use equipment, and comply with safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Neat and professional appearance; ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Knowledge of proper food handling and certification (desired).
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, lift up to 40 pounds, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to work with restaurant equipment and cleaning solutions.
• Specific vision abilities, including depth perception and focus adjustment.

Other Requirements:

• NY Food Handler Certification.
• NY Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise levels and varying conditions (wet, hot/cold, slippery).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Gjelina Group is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive work environment where everyone can thrive.

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