Expeditor - Sereia

Be part Sereia, an exciting new venture by 2 Michelin-starred Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa of Portugal as he brings his culinary vision to Miami’s vibrant Coconut Grove neighborhood. Daily kitchen operations will be overseen by Michelin-star trained local Chef Miguel Massens. 

We are looking for passionate team players with:

1. Willingness to push the Miami culinary standard higher
2. Keen eye for detail
3. Cleanliness, discipline, and great organizational skills
4. Desire to learn and strive for a Michelin-level standard of excellence
5. Sincere passion for hospitality
6. Natural curiosity for food and beverage
7. Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

Fine-dining restaurant experience is preferred, but we will hire the right candidate based on their enthusiasm to learn and interest to accept the challenge of hard, rewarding work that can further their career.

Job duties

• Organize the food as per the orders to ensure quality and accuracy
• Facilitates the communication between the kitchen and service staff
• Ensure food is expedited to tables and served in a timely and correct manner
• Verifies food orders, special preparations, allergies, and dietary restrictions
• Notifies and organizes runners when to pick up and take out food
• Ensure proper set up of the expedition station at the beginning of every service
• Prepare and place garnishes on the appropriate food items
• Have a deep knowledge of food preparations and plate presentations
• Delegate tasks to and train new runners

Qualifications 

• Previous Experience in a high-volume restaurant in the front or back of house
• Michelin-level or equivalent experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills 
• Problem Solving—Must be able to identify problems and quickly provide sensible, effective solutions
• Physical Dexterity—Handle and manipulate moving objects in a fast-paced environment
• Professionalism—Ability to comply with policy and procedure and behave in an ethical manner
• Show initiative and develop new ideas to advance the restaurant’s operations
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Maintain attention to detail within a fast-paced, high-pressure environment 

Physical

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50lbs.
• Frequent kneeling, bending, twisting, reaching, and squatting as required
• Ability to stand/walk for an 8-hour work day
• Ability to handle and manipulate objects with hands, including, grasping, turning, holding, and fine manipulation

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