What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food & Beverage Expo Specialist, Tesla Diner position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Compensation and Benefits
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The Food & Beverage Expo Specialist serves as the final and most critical quality checkpoint between the kitchen and the guest experience. This role is responsible for ensuring every dish that leaves the kitchen pass meets the highest standards of presentation, accuracy, timing, and food safety. The Food & Beverage Expo Specialist acts as the bridge between back-of-house execution and front-of-house excellence - orchestrating seamless, anticipatory service that elevates the overall dining experience.
What You'll Do
- Verify each item against system order
- Ensure add-ons and presentation standards are correct
- Reject and escalate substandard plates
- Maintain sanitation standards to avoid cross contamination
- Coordinate order assembly and communicate delays
- Call out order numbers and coordinate handoffs
What You'll Bring
- 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen (expo, line cook, or similar role), or equivalent
- Strong understanding of food safety standards, kitchen workflow, and basic culinary terminology
- Rapid decision-making, clear communication, and comfort using kitchen display systems or service boards
- Enjoys working with guests; basic knowledge of coffee and beverage services
- Proactive, calm under pressure, team-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 30 lbs., and move efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays; ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$18.42 - $22.74/hour cash and stock awards benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $18 - $23