Breakfast Attendant

Description

Join the opening team at the brand-new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Overland Park South, a 99-room hotel located in the growing Bluhawk development in South Overland Park. This is an exciting opportunity to help launch a modern, professionally managed hotel from the ground up and be part of establishing a strong team culture from day one.

Our hotel is designed to deliver a high-quality guest experience for business travelers, families, sports teams, and visitors to the Kansas City area. Located next to the AdventHealth Sports Park at Bluhawk and surrounded by new shopping, dining, and entertainment, the property is expected to serve a steady flow of guests year-round in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

As part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family and managed by Price Brothers Hospitality, team members will work in a clean, contemporary hotel environment backed by experienced hospitality leadership and a company committed to professional service, employee development, and operational excellence.

The hotel is part of the globally recognized IGH Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies with thousands of hotels across more than 100 countries. IHG brands are known for quality standards and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Day-to-day operations are managed by Price Brothers Hospitality an extension of the long-established Price Brothers Management Company. Based in the Kansas City area, Price Brothers has been building and managing high-quality residential and commercial properties since 1922 and is recognized for its commitment to professionalism, service, and community-focused development.

The company offers an array of outstanding health and wellness benefits starting the first of the month after 30 days of service. Reasonable insurance premiums including 3 medical options, dental, vision, life & disability, FSA dependent care, legal assistance, identity theft and more. Participate in the company’s 401k retirement plan, enjoy paid time off and 10 holidays your birthday! Whether we are cheering on one of our local sports teams, volunteering at a philanthropy or celebrating team milestones, Price Brothers Hospitality cares about our team members & our community.

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and breaking down the breakfast buffet area while ensuring a clean, inviting, and efficient environment for guests. This role requires attention to detail, excellent customer service, and adherence to food safety standards.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Set up the breakfast buffet before guests arrive.
• Replenish food, beverages, and supplies during service.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the breakfast area, including tables, counters, and appliances.
• Monitor food freshness and presentation.
• Assist guests with special dietary requests and answer questions.
• Break down and clean the buffet area after service.
• Dispose of trash and store leftover food and equipment properly.
• Keep inventory of breakfast items and notify management when supplies are low.
• Assist in preparing food items as required.
• Follow health and safety guidelines for food handling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards
  
  

Education (level and type)

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  
  

Required Work Experience

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality preferred
  
  

Certifications and/or Licenses

• Food handler certification may be required
  
  

Continuing Education Courses

• Food safety and hospitality training recommended
  
  

Working Conditions

• Early morning shifts required
• Fast-paced environment with frequent guest interaction
• In-person, regular, predictable attendance is essential to the position
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, typically for the duration of the shift
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and twist while setting up, maintaining, and breaking down the breakfast area
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of food items, supplies, trays, carts, and trash, generally up to 30 pounds
• Manual dexterity sufficient to handle utensils, food service equipment, small tools, and cleaning supplies safely and efficiently
• Ability to operate kitchen and service equipment, including ovens, warmers, coffee machines, carts, and dishwashers
• Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, steam, cold storage areas, cleaning chemicals, and wet or slippery surfaces
• Visual ability to monitor food levels, cleanliness, timers, and safety conditions
• Auditory and verbal ability to communicate with guests and coworkers and respond to requests or safety needs
• Ability to work early morning hours, weekends, and holidays as required by hotel operations
  
  

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.