Breakfast Attendant
The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for providing exceptional service to guests in an efficient and courteous manner within the complimentary breakfast area of a hotel.
Responsibilities
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
- Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.
- Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner.
- Ensure quality control of menus regarding cleanliness and appearance.
- Clear, clean, and reset tables and hotel spaces as per client requests or management instructions.
- Ensure all service areas are stocked, organized, clean, and neat, with all side work completed each shift.
- Accommodate special requests made by guests and offer appropriate alternatives when necessary.
- Communicate with all departments regarding in-house VIPs.
- Support all areas of food and beverage service, including washing dishes, restocking, sweeping, mopping, and trash disposal.
- Have a complete knowledge of service standards for receiving room service orders.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of menus and specials in all applicable departments.
- Carry out cashiering functions, including closing checks and end-of-shift paperwork.
- Perform opening and closing procedures and side work duties as assigned.
- Answer questions about the hotel, local area attractions, and things to do.
- Perform other duties or attend meetings as requested by management.
- Produce high-quality drinks, including specialty coffee, tea, cocktails, and other beverage requests.
Qualifications
- Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred, along with experience in a hotel or related field.
- Willingness to work a varied schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must meet legal age requirements to serve alcohol and pass responsible serving courses like TIPs.
- Ability to obtain and provide a Food Handlers card as required.
- Ability to evaluate and choose among courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Handle stressful situations professionally and calmly.
- Understanding of hotel products and guest services.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with guests and team members.
- Positive attitude and desire to serve others.
- Basic knowledge of food and beverage standards, guest relations, and etiquette.
- Numerical skills for basic calculations.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions or memos.
- Patience, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with customers and staff.
- Willingness to learn, support team members, and respond positively to guests and colleagues.