Kitchen Expeditor at Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club – Mt. Arlington, New Jersey

Kitchen Expeditor

Company: Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club

Location: Mt. Arlington, NJ

Starting Pay: Competitive and commensurate with experience. Starting $18/hr.

Required Schedule:

Employment Type: Full Time & Part Time (20-40 hours/week pending business needs)

Employment Period: May–October (shorter seasons may be discussed)

Standard Shift Duration: 4 – 10 hours (Pending business needs)

Job Purpose:

The Kitchen Expeditor is responsible for ensuring that food orders are prepared and assembled correctly and efficiently in a high-paced kitchen environment. This individual acts as the liaison between the kitchen and the service staff, ensuring excellent communication, accurate plating, and prompt delivery of food to Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club members and guests.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be available to work weekends
• Prior experience in a kitchen expeditor or food runner role preferred, but not required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritize tasks quickly
• Ability to work cooperatively with kitchen and service staff
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the role

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a scheduled shift
• Ability to lift and push up to 30 lbs. (food trays, dishes, etc.)
• Comfortable working with industrial kitchen equipment and near hot food surfaces
• Must be able to handle hot, cold, and moderate noise interior and outdoor conditions
• Continuous repetitive motions
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

What are the Key Responsibilities?

• Manage the flow of orders between the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring meals are prepared and delivered correctly and on time
• Monitor food quality and presentation standards before releasing dishes to service staff
• Organize incoming orders from waitstaff; prioritize and call out orders to the kitchen team
• Communicate effectively with Line Cooks, Sous Chef, Chef, and waitstaff to ensure timing and accuracy
• Check completed orders for accuracy, presentation, and portion sizes
• Coordinate any re-fires (orders that need to be remade) quickly and professionally
• Help organize the pick-up area and maintain a clean, safe, and organized expediting station
• Perform side duties related to kitchen cleanliness, food prep, and stocking as needed
• Follow all state and local health and food safety regulations
• Assist in opening and closing duties as needed

What can you expect from LHYC?

• Competitive pay & direct deposit
• Shift meals included
• A beautiful, fun and friendly work environment
• An ever-growing establishment