Breakfast Cook – Hotel Kitchen | Daily Pay & Benefits

Aimbridge Hospitality; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare all breakfast items from standardized recipes for the Complimentary Breakfast Area, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and cost control.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely service, maintaining equipment and storage areas, following hotel policies, and working under brand standards to deliver guest-ready dishes during breakfast hours.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent or hotel-related experience is preferred.
• Food Handlers Certification required to meet state requirements.
• Ability to convey information clearly and work under pressure.
• Quickly evaluate options and select appropriate actions in busy shifts.
• Remain composed in stressful situations while maintaining service standards.
• Maintain professionalism and brand-aligned conduct at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all breakfast items per standardized recipes for the Complimentary Breakfast area.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen and work areas.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and uniform compliance.
• Provide friendly, service-oriented guest interactions and teamwork.
• Assist in food storage, rotation, and proper handling of equipment.
• Follow Aimbridge Hospitality standards and safety regulations at all times.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and uphold the 'Clean As You Go' policy.
• Attend meetings and perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

High School diploma

Food Handlers Certification

Clear communication

Decision making

Stress management

Composure under pressure

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare all breakfast items from standardized recipes for the Complimentary Breakfast Area, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and cost control.

Responsibilities include ensuring timely service, maintaining equipment and storage areas, following hotel policies, and working under brand standards to deliver guest-ready dishes during breakfast hours.