Jobs · Management · California

Restaurant, Food Expeditor (Full Time, AM)

Rebel Hotel Company · Santa Barbara, CA · 4 days ago
ManagementFull-time

Main Duties And Responsibilities

  • Order Accuracy, Quality & Presentation
    • Review guest checks and confirm that each order is complete, accurate, and prepared according to the guest’s specifications.
    • Inspect dishes for presentation, portioning, temperature, cleanliness, and consistency before they leave the kitchen.
    • Verify table numbers, seat positions, coursing, modifications, and special requests to support accurate delivery.
    • Ensure allergies and dietary restrictions are clearly communicated and handled according to established food safety procedures.
    • Coordinate the timing and release of dishes so all guests at the table receive their meals together whenever possible.
    • Confirm that appropriate garnishes, sauces, condiments, and service pieces accompany each order.
    • Immediately communicate missing, delayed, or incorrectly prepared items to culinary and restaurant leadership.
  • Service Coordination & Communication
    • Serve as the primary communication point between the kitchen, servers, food runners, and restaurant leadership during service.
    • Organize the kitchen pass and prioritize orders based on ticket times, coursing, guest needs, and operational demands.
    • Direct food runners and service team members to ensure dishes are delivered promptly to the correct table and seat.
    • Maintain awareness of service flow, large parties, VIP guests, celebrations, and time-sensitive requests.
    • Communicate professionally and calmly during periods of high business volume while helping the team maintain an organized and efficient service environment.
    • Support Restaurant, In-Room Dining, Pool Dining, private events, and other food and beverage operations as assigned.
    • Aid in resolving service delays or order discrepancies before they negatively affect the guest experience.
  • Cleanliness, Safety & Team Support
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen pass, expediting station, and surrounding work areas.
    • Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, workplace safety, and Health Department requirements.
    • Ensure plates, trays, service equipment, and surrounding surfaces remain clean and properly maintained.
    • Restock necessary service supplies, garnishes, condiments, and equipment before and throughout service.
    • Collaborate respectfully with culinary and restaurant team members while demonstrating urgency, accountability, and attention to detail.
    • Assist with opening, closing, side-work, and other operational responsibilities as assigned.
    • Report safety hazards, equipment concerns, guest issues, and operational deficiencies promptly to leadership.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality, preferably in a food service environment. Experience in expediter roles, food service, or similar roles is highly desirable. A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential. A valid driver’s license may be required for some shifts, depending on the location.

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