Food Expeditor

The chosen candidate is responsible for maintaining the efficiency and smooth work flow between the kitchen and the guests for various meal periods, and Special/Catered Events. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and passionate about craft beer, and food.

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Duties and responsibilities

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the Tabletenders and Beertenders
  • Ensure the orders are being prepared with the correct priority and are prepared on time
  • Assist in the final preparation of dishes and check before delivery for accuracy in, presentation and temperature
  • Serve as a contact point between the kitchen and the order taker (e.g. special requests, errors, and complaints) 
  • Deliver orders as needed to maintain a fast-paced service environment
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant quality and sanitation rules and regulations, in accordance with current applicable HACCP policies/procedures, and federal/state laws.
  • Attends all allergy and foodborne illness training and maintains up to date knowledge of special diets requirements and allergens.
  • Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment. May cook daily to order foods that may require short preparation time.
  • Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment.
  • Always provides the highest quality of service to customers.
  • Maintain kitchen safety standards, including participating in regular meetings, trainings and Hazard assessments. Responsible for reporting all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications 

Required:
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience working as a food expeditor, cook, or server
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures and current developments in local, state, and federal laws applicable to the service of alcohol, safe food handling, health standards etc
  • Team player, ability to effectively communicate with managers and co-workers
  • Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
  • Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
  • Maintains high standards for work areas and professional appearance.
  • Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives
  • Must be able to maintain a flexible schedule, including working nights, weekends and some holidays.
  • Ability to use a computer.
Preferred:
  • Craft beer knowledge and appreciation a plus.
  • Takes initiative for self-development in the areas of craft beer; i.e. certifications in a related industry such as Cicerone.
  • Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to use a computer.

Working Conditions & physical requirements 

  • Candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
  • Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Possesses professional appearance and demeanor.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a post offer, pre-employment background check. And must obtain Alcohol and Food Serving Certification. To work for Alibi Ale Works, candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
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