Breakfast Cook

Sprague Hotel Developers; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Sprague Hotel Developers is seeking a Breakfast Cook to prepare and present breakfast dishes, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The role requires proficiency in breakfast recipes, strong time management, and the ability to work early morning shifts. Candidates should maintain high standards of cleanliness and collaborate with staff to deliver timely service in a hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in breakfast recipes and preparation methods.
• Able to multitask during peak morning service.
• Maintain presentation and portion control for all dishes.
• Comfortable standing for long hours in a hot kitchen.
• ServSafe or HACCP compliance and local food-handling certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present breakfast items according to recipes and dietary requirements.
• Use frying, poaching, grilling, baking, and steaming techniques.
• Set up and maintain breakfast stations, prep mise en place, ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensure sanitation, monitor temperatures, and keep the kitchen clean and organized.
• Coordinate with wait staff and other cooks to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Monitor inventory, reduce waste, and report supply shortages or equipment issues.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Time management

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Certifications

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A Breakfast Cook is a culinary professional responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting breakfast dishes while maintaining kitchen safety, hygiene, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare a variety of breakfast items such as eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausages, hash browns, pastries, and specialty dishes, following established recipes and dietary requirements
• Cooking Techniques: Utilize multiple cooking methods including frying, poaching, grilling, baking, and steaming to ensure consistent quality
• Kitchen Organization: Set up and maintain food stations, prepare ingredients in advance (mise en place), and ensure smooth workflow during peak breakfast hours
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to sanitation standards, monitor food temperatures, handle ingredients safely, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Collaboration: Coordinate with wait staff, line cooks, and kitchen managers to ensure timely and accurate order delivery
• Inventory Management: Monitor ingredient usage, minimize waste, and report equipment malfunctions or supply shortages

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Culinary Knowledge: Proficiency in breakfast recipes, cooking techniques, and dietary-specific meal preparation
• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple orders simultaneously and work efficiently during high-volume morning service
• Attention to Detail: Ensure consistent taste, presentation, and portion control for all dishes
• Physical Stamina: Comfortable standing for long periods, working in hot and noisy kitchen environments, and managing early morning shifts
• Certifications: ServSafe or HACCP compliance is often required, along with any local food handling certifications