Breakfast Attendant

Hyatt Place Flushing/ LaGuardia Airport; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hyatt Place Flushing/ LaGuardia Airport is seeking a Breakfast Attendant/Host to greet guests and maintain a welcoming breakfast area, supporting dining operations with a positive guest-first attitude.

You will assist with serving, stocking, and clearing, ensure cleanliness of the entrance, breakfast, and kitchen areas, and prepare simple menu items. Prior food & beverage experience and flexible early shifts are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have prior food & beverage experience.
• Flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to read and understand English; Chinese is a plus.
• Ability to lift, push, or carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Prior ServSafe and ABC certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage guests.
• Assist lobby guests by bussing tables, delivering meals, and maintaining the breakfast area and buffet.
• Prepare simple dishes, dressings, and foods according to Hyatt standards.
• Conduct regular inventory of food and kitchen supplies and order items as needed.
• Maintain a can-do attitude and put guests first at all times.
• Work as part of the hotel team to ensure guest experiences exceed expectations.
• Resolve guest complaints and respond promptly to service requests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer aptitude

Communication

Organization

Customer service orientation

Job description

About us

We are professional, fun and supportive. Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Lively atmosphere
• Company perks
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment
• International workforce
• Free parking

Breakfast Attendant/Host

Operate the functional areas of the Breakfast area, and will serve as the first impression and "face" of the restaurant to all guests. Will assist in service as needed on the floor to maintain a smooth operation, and maintain the guest experience. Will ensure the operational abilities of the Breakfast Area by preparing for, maintaining, and recovering from various activities and functions in the Kitchen.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Greet and engage guests
• Assist lobby guests by bussing tables, delivering meals, and maintaining the breakfast Buffet area. Keep entrance, breakfast, and kitchen areas clean and well organized.
• Prepare simple dishes, dressings and foods according to directions and Hyatt standards.
• Conducts regular inventory of food and kitchen supplies; orders items as necessary to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Maintains a "can do" and a "guests first" attitude at all times.
• Works as a member of the overall hotel team to ensure that each guest has an experience that exceeds their expectations
• Resolves guest complaints to the satisfaction of the guest; responds promptly to any guest request for service.

Qualifications:

• Prior food & beverage experience
• "Can do" attitude with a desire to fulfill the needs of the guests
• Schedule flexibility to work early mornings (5am to 12pm), weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to read and understand English to comply with functions direction, Chinese is a big plus
• Ability lift, pull, or carry items weighing 50 pounds or more
• Prior ServSafe and ABC certifications, a plus

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills
• Computer aptitude
• Communication
• Organization
• Customer service orientation

At Meyer Jabara Hotels, we strive to build more than just a strong team - we build a meaningful culture. That's where the J Quality comes in. It's our promise to seek out people who bring more than skills - they bring purpose, energy, and a sense of community.

The J Quality is about the Three J's

• JOY in celebrating everyday moments
• JUMP in when there's an opportunity to help
• JOIN in with others to serve and succeed as one

Do you have the J Quality we’re looking for?

If so, we’d love to meet you.

Job Type: Full-time/ Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person