Breakfast Attendant (Full Time) - Sonesta ES Suites Rancho Bernardo

Position Summary

The Breakfast Attendant is responsible for the setup and takedown of the breakfast buffet. You must have excellent communication and social skills to greet and attend to our guests. Ensure all prep work is complete before meal service and prior to leaving for the day. Ensure food is of proper quality and maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all work surface areas, food service areas, coolers, tables, counters, chairs, and floor during breakfast hours.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up the breakfast dining area.
• Greet and acknowledge guests as they arrive.
• Make sure breakfast items are stocked and available to guests during breakfast hours according to company standards.
• Keep on top of supplies and equipment and minimize waste.
• Keep the breakfast bar clean and paper supplies fully stocked at all times.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness of public areas/bus and clean tables.
• Tell your supervisor or duty manager about any unsafe equipment, low supplies, or safety incidents.
• Help create a safe space by following safety procedures and wearing necessary protective equipment.
• Check fridges daily and ensure they maintain correct temperatures.
• Clean all equipment and properly store according to standards.
• Help with washing up and other kitchen duties when needed.
• Ability to interact with the guests during operating hours with a warm and friendly demeanor.
• Vacuum, sweep and mop work areas as needed.
• Complete the daily checklist.
• Perform necessary cleaning/closing tasks for following day.
  
  

Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Friendly, service-driven disposition
• Ability to work shifts, over weekends, and on public holidays, as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs. without assistance
• Sound knowledge of food safety guidelines
• Ability to maintain effective and quality work performance consistently
• Possess a thorough understanding of hotel regulations, operational processes, policies and obligations
• Willingness and ability to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation
• Must demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Must be able to multi-task and handle pressure
  
  

Additional Details

• This position may require working weekends, holidays, or variable shifts based on business needs.
  
  

The statements listed are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities are therefore subject to change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to membership in any protected class. Those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.