Kitchen Expo (Expeditor)

ABOUT CALMA

Calma · Cocina · Mar · Agave is an upscale Mexican coastal restaurant on Los Feliz Blvd. We cook over fire and pull from the sea: raw bar crudos, ceviche and aguachile, Osetra caviar on blue-corn tostadas, whole crispy snapper, zarandeado lobster, and prime carne asada. Our bar centers on tequila and mezcal. We want a team that is warm, sharp, and proud of good hospitality.

Location: 3179 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039

THE ROLE

We're looking for a Kitchen Expo (Expeditor) to connect our kitchen and dining room. You'll control the pass, so every crudo, whole fish, and prime steak goes out on time, hot or cold as it should be, and looking right.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run the pass by calling tickets, pacing courses, and coordinating timing across the raw bar, grill, and line

• Check every plate for accuracy, presentation, temperature, and portioning before it leaves the kitchen

• Make sure allergies, modifications, and special requests are handled correctly

• Coordinate multi-course and shared-plate tables, large-format items (whole fish, lobster, fajitas), and caviar service

• Communicate clearly with chefs, servers, and food runners during service

• Garnish and finish plates as directed by the chef

• Keep the expo station stocked, clean, and organized

• Follow food safety and sanitation standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ year of experience as an expeditor, food runner, or line cook in a busy restaurant

• Strong communication skills and the ability to stay calm and in control under pressure

• Keen eye for detail and plate presentation

• California Food Handler Card (or able to get one within 30 days of hire)

• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Able to stand for long shifts and lift up to 40 lbs

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in an upscale or seafood-focused kitchen

• Knowledge of Mexican cuisine, raw bar, and grill cookery

• Bilingual Spanish/English

Job Type: Full-time and part-time positions available

Schedule: Calma is open Tuesday–Thursday 3 PM–11 PM, Friday 3 PM–12 AM, Saturday 11 AM–12 AM (brunch from 11 AM), and Sunday 11 AM–10 PM (brunch from 11 AM); closed Monday. Shifts include evenings, weekends, and weekend brunch.

Pay: Starting at $25/hour plus tips

Calma is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

To apply, submit your resume through Indeed. We look forward to meeting you.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person