Breakfast Cook

The Heirloom Room Creekside Restaurant & Bar

The Heirloom Room is Rocky Waters Motor Inn's signature fine dining experience, rooted in the rich culinary traditions of Appalachia. As a Breakfast Cook, you are an essential part of the kitchen team — executing recipes with precision, maintaining a clean and organized station, and contributing to the consistent, high-quality dining experience our guests expect. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their culinary career in a supportive, standards-driven kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

Culinary Execution & Standards

• Prepare and execute menu items following established recipes to ensure consistent quality and food costs
• Ensure all cooking stations are adequately stocked with ingredients and equipment before and throughout each shift
• Take pride in food quality, presentation, and consistency on every plate

Kitchen Operations & Sanitation

• Adhere to all sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety standards at all times
• Clean and disinfect all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces before and after each shift
• Follow standard food rotation practices to reduce waste and prevent contamination
• Assist in maintaining kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Remain aware of inventory levels and communicate needs to the kitchen leadership team

Team & Culture

• Contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen environment
• Support fellow team members during high-volume service periods
• Follow all AATMOS standard operating procedures and kitchen policies

What We're Looking For

Experience & Education

• Sauté, Dessert/Pastry, or Breakfast experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1 year of restaurant or kitchen experience preferred but not required

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow recipes accurately and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and sanitation standards

Physical & Schedule Requirements

• • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs throughout each shift
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment

Benefits & Perks

• Medical insurance
• Discounted vision and dental insurance
• Employee hotel travel program with discounted rooms across the AATMOS portfolio
• Paid time off, vacation pay, and sick pay
• ZayZoon daily pay — access your earned wages when you need them
• Opportunities for career growth within a growing hospitality group

At AATMOS, we're committed to a positive, inclusive workplace where passionate hospitality professionals can thrive and grow. AATMOS Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description is a general overview of the position and is not exhaustive. AATMOS Hotels reserves the right to modify this description as needed.