Breakfast Attendant

Holiday Inn Express Carmel Westfield; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Carmel seeks a Breakfast Attendant to ensure an excellent guest experience during breakfast service. This role involves food preparation, maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, and adhering to health standards to deliver high-quality hospitality. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and be able to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; hospitality experience is a plus.
• Must have a food handler’s permit if mandated by state law.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present breakfast items following health standards.
• Greet guests warmly and maintain a clean service area.
• Monitor food deliveries and hold to quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Sanitation Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for ensuring a positive guest experience during breakfast service by preparing and presenting food in a clean and organized environment, providing exceptional service, and maintaining health and safety standards. This role is integral to delivering a welcoming and satisfying experience for guests each morning, reflecting the high standards of hospitality that our company upholds.

Essential functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of breakfast items according to standard recipes.

Greet all guests with a warm, friendly smile and a positive attitude, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.

Maintain a clean and organized service area, including cleaning tables and service stations, and adhering to all health codes.

Ensure all food items are available and replenished throughout the breakfast service, adhering strictly to the hours of operation.

Monitor and inspect food and beverage deliveries, ensuring portion control and quality standards are maintained.

Provide a safe working environment by adhering to health department regulations and safety standards, including enforcing sanitation laws in the kitchen area.

Inspect food and beverage outlets regularly for proper storage, cleanliness, and inventory rotation.

Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food and beverage items to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize waste.

Act as an enthusiastic, helpful, and positive member of the team, contributing to a cooperative work environment.

Maintain professionalism and responsibility in conduct and behavior, setting a positive example for colleagues.

Communicate effectively with other departments and maintain an open line of communication to ensure smooth operations.

Be open to receiving feedback and use it constructively to improve performance. Assist other departments as needed, especially in emergency situations, to ensure guest satisfaction.

Adhere to all company work rules, procedures, and policies, including those in the associate handbook.

Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery and enhance overall guest satisfaction

Maintain strict adherence to safety and security protocols, including the proper handling of keys, lost and found items, and emergency procedures.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent education preferred.

Experience: No prior experience required, but previous hospitality experience is a plus

Basic knowledge of food and beverage operations and standards.

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of health regulations related to food service and ability to maintain sanitation standards.

Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours at a time. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and continuously.

Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning and inspection tasks. Must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance according to company standards.

Food handler’s permit required if mandated by state law.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.