Breakfast Assistant

RBH; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel room rates

Extra day’s holiday for your birthday

Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared

Course Sponsorship

30% F&B discount at RBH hotels

Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for

Flexible working arrangements

Wagestream - choose how and when you

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Social and wellness events and

Free meals on duty

Job summary

RBH Hospitality Management in Edinburgh is seeking a Breakfast Assistant to join our busy morning team. You will greet guests, set up the breakfast area, restock items and ensure a warm, welcoming start to each day.

The role focuses on service excellence, teamwork with the kitchen and front-of-house, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene during breakfast service. Previous hospitality experience is a plus, but a positive attitude and reliability are valued above all.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable attitude to create a welcoming breakfast experience.
• Strong attention to detail to keep the breakfast area clean and appealing.
• Prior hospitality or food service experience is a plus but not required.
• Excellent time management for setup, service and cleanup.
• Team-oriented mindset to cooperate with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Flexible and reliable with early morning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a warm smile at breakfast.
• Set up the breakfast buffet and dining area for a fresh presentation.
• Prepare and replenish breakfast items, keeping everything stocked.
• Serve tea, coffee, and breakfast orders with attentiveness.
• Clear tables efficiently and reset them for the next guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in breakfast areas from buffet to tables.
• Assist with basic kitchen prep and support the kitchen team as needed.
• Provide local knowledge and recommendations to help guests enjoy their day.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Flexible

Reliability

Customer service

Hygiene standards

Job description

JOIN US

At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

JOIN US

At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

OUR HOTEL

Our Benefits

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
• An extra day's holiday for your birthday
• Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave
• Course Sponsorship
• 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
• Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social and wellness events and activities all year round
• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year

And much much more!

A MORNING IN THE LIFE OF A BREAKFAST ASSISTANT AT OUR HOTEL

• Greet early risers with a warm smile, creating a positive start to their day from the moment they enter the dining area.
• Set up the breakfast buffet and dining area to ensure a fresh, inviting presentation and seamless guest experience.
• Prepare and replenish breakfast items, keeping everything well-stocked and looking great throughout service.
• Serve tea, coffee, and any additional breakfast orders, maintaining a high level of attentiveness to guest needs.
• Clear tables efficiently, resetting them promptly so every guest finds a tidy, welcoming space.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all breakfast areas, from the buffet to guest tables.
• Assist with kitchen prep and basic food handling tasks, ensuring the kitchen team has everything ready for a smooth breakfast service.
• Be available for guest questions, providing local knowledge and recommendations to help guests make the most of their day.

What We Need From You

• A friendly, approachable attitude with a passion for making mornings special for guests.
• Great attention to detail to keep the breakfast area and buffet looking fresh, organised, and appetising.
• Previous experience in food service or hospitality is a plus, but a positive attitude and eagerness to learn are even more important.
• Strong time management skills to manage set-up, service, and clean-up efficiently within a busy morning shift.
• A team-oriented mindset, ready to work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver a smooth breakfast experience.
• Flexibility and reliability, with the ability to handle early morning shifts and adapt to changing guest needs.
• High standards of cleanliness and hygiene to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for guests.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact .