Cafeteria Attendant

InterContinental Hotels Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a Cafeteria Attendant to maintain a clean, welcoming breakfast and lunch area with fresh, attractively displayed food for guests. You will assist with food preparation, restocking, and setup, ensuring items are well presented and within safety guidelines.

The role also emphasizes guest service, clear communication, and maintaining a tidy service area; candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills; some food preparation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation & setup: Arrange and replenish food items for breakfast & lunch to ensure all items are fresh and attractively displayed.
• Guest service: Greet colleagues warmly, answer any food-related questions, and assist with needs.
• Cleanliness & safety: Keep tables, counters, and equipment clean; follow all health and safety regulations, including food handling procedures.
• Inventory & supplies: Monitor food and beverage stock, restock supplies, and report shortages or equipment issues.
• Closing duties: Clean and sanitize the cafeteria area after service, store leftover food properly, and dispose of waste according to hotel policy.

Skills

Previous food service or hospitality

Early mornings weekends holidays

Communication and customer service

Lift up to 50 lbs and stand

Reading, writing and math basics

Job description

Role Overview

The Cafeteria Attendant ensures guests start their day with a clean, welcoming environment and a well-stocked, fresh food selection. The role combines food preparation, guest service, and area maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Food preparation & setup: Arrange and replenish food items for breakfast & lunch to ensure all items are fresh and attractively displayed.

• Guest service: Greet colleagues warmly, answer any food-related questions, and assist with needs.

• Cleanliness & safety: Keep tables, counters, and equipment clean; follow all health and safety regulations, including food handling procedures.

• Inventory & supplies: Monitor food and beverage stock, restock supplies, and report shortages or equipment issues.

• Closing duties: Clean and sanitize the cafeteria area after service, store leftover food properly, and dispose of waste according to hotel policy.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous food service or hospitality experience preferred.

• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills; some food preparation experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/carrying items up to 50 lbs.

• Standing and moving about the kitchen/cafeteria.

• Handling food, objects, and utensils.

• Bending, stooping, and kneeling as needed.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $18.00. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.