Complimentary Breakfast Attendant and Cook - Part Time

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time schedule

Supportive team environment

Training and guidance to help you S A

Job summary

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown is seeking a friendly, dependable team member to support our breakfast service and kitchen operations on a part-time basis. This role focuses on preparing and presenting breakfast items, maintaining a welcoming dining area, and ensuring guests receive excellent morning service.

Ideal candidates enjoy a fast-paced environment, take pride in food presentation and cleanliness, and contribute to a positive guest experience through teamwork and

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, hospitality, or similar customer-facing roles.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Strong attention to detail and high presentation standards.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage early morning hours.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine lifting, bending, and carrying tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and replenish breakfast items according to recipes and safety guidelines.
• Set up the breakfast area and ensure items are stocked.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining space, and equipment.
• Monitor food temperatures, freshness, and presentation.
• Greet guests warmly and respond to questions or requests.
• Restock supplies and serving items as needed.
• Wash dishes and complete end-of-shift sanitation.
• Follow health, safety, and food handling procedures.
• Communicate supply needs or issues to management.

Skills

Food service experience

Basic cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Guest service skills

Time management

Professional appearance

Early shift stamina

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and service-focused team member to support our breakfast service and kitchen operations on a part-time basis. This role is responsible for preparing and presenting complimentary breakfast items, maintaining a clean and welcoming dining area, and ensuring guests receive excellent service each morning. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in food presentation and cleanliness, and contributes to a positive guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and replenish breakfast items according to established recipes, quality standards, and food safety guidelines.
• Set up the breakfast area before service and ensure all items are stocked and ready for guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, food service areas, dining space, and equipment.
• Monitor food temperatures, freshness, and presentation throughout the breakfast period.
• Greet guests warmly and respond to questions or special requests in a courteous manner.
• Restock supplies, beverages, utensils, and serving items as needed.
• Wash dishes, clean counters, and complete end-of-shift sanitation and closing tasks.
• Follow all health, safety, and food handling procedures.
• Communicate supply needs, equipment issues, or guest concerns to management in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service, hospitality, or a similar customer-facing role is preferred.
• Basic cooking and food preparation skills with the ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of presentation.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively during early morning hours.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine lifting, bending, and carrying tasks as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Experience preparing breakfast foods in a hotel, restaurant, or cafeteria setting.
• Knowledge of buffet service and replenishment procedures.
• Experience operating standard kitchen equipment safely.

What We Offer

• Part-time schedule with early morning hours.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a welcoming guest experience each day.
• Training and guidance to help you succeed in the role.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.