Part-Time Breakfast Area Attendant at Hampton Inn & Suites (36681)

Job DetailsJob Location: Hampton Inn and Stes Anaheim - Anaheim, CA 92802Salary Range: $19.50 - $20.00 HourlyThe Breakfast Area Attendant is responsible for ensuring the breakfast area and kitchen are clean, welcoming, and well-stocked with food and supplies. This role supports an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, food presentation, and hospitality throughout breakfast service. The attendant will assist the kitchen team with dishwashing, preparing and cooking breakfast dishes, setting and clearing tables and buffet areas, and utility tasks as needed to ensure smooth, timely service.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned): 

Clean and maintain the breakfast area, buffet, and back-of-house support areas used during breakfast service.
Set up, replenish, and organize breakfast items in all areas to ensure a neat, fully stocked, and attractive presentation throughout service hours.
Ensure breakfast supplies, food, and condiments are stocked, rotated, and replaced as needed; assist with organizing and storing breakfast supplies and equipment.
Assist with inventory as needed.
Thoroughly clean and disinfect tables, chairs, countertops, and food service equipment to maintain hygiene standards.
Support kitchen operations as needed, including basic food preparation and cooking to keep the buffet fully stocked and properly presented.
Maintain a safe work environment by clearing spills promptly and keeping floors, walls, cook surfaces, equipment, and oven vents clean.
Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash from the breakfast and kitchen areas.
Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests; help resolve issues or complaints related to breakfast service.
Collaborate with team members to support department goals and ensure a seamless breakfast service.
Uphold Hotel standards and procedures, including maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and supporting guest flow during breakfast hours.
Adhere to all safety, security, sanitation, and chemical-handling procedures.
Report maintenance issues or damages in the breakfast area to the appropriate department for timely resolution.
Follow environmentally friendly practices and procedures to support sustainability efforts.
Other duties as assigned and necessary.

Other Essential Duties: (Continued)

Attend hotel and department meetings and other functions as required by management.
Communicate pertinent information to the Food and Beverage Supervisor and/or Assistant General Manager.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming; arrive on time in a clean/pressed uniform, non-slip shoes, and wear a name tag while working.
Be attentive, courteous, and efficient when dealing with guests and co-workers.
Comply with all compliance standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations (including applicable meal and rest break periods).
Establish and maintain effective communication and teamwork with fellow employees and other departments.
Be familiar with hotel policies, rules, and terminology.
Work independently as needed and manage time effectively to complete required work.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Minimum age requirement: 18 years.
Minimum of 1 year of progressive experience in hotel kitchen food service. 
Must have or be able to obtain a California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire, as required by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). 

Knowledge and Skills: 

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong guest-service mindset with a friendly demeanor and ability to address guest requests and concerns promptly and courteously.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hotel safety/security protocols; ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely.
Proficiency using cleaning equipment and supplies (e.g., mops, disinfectants) to sanitize dining and service areas.
Ability to use and/or safely learn kitchen and dishwashing equipment as needed to support breakfast service.
Strong organization skills to track and restock breakfast supplies and maintain an orderly work area.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, standing, and repetitive hand movements for extended periods. 
 

Reasoning Ability:   

Breakfast Area Attendants need strong reasoning skills to evaluate situations, make sound decisions, and prioritize tasks effectively to ensure the breakfast area remains welcoming, clean, and well-stocked with food and supplies in all areas. This role requires adaptability to accommodate guest requests and address unexpected issues during the shift.

 
Physical Demands: 

Continuous standing
Frequent walking
Normal neck motion
No sitting
Maximum lifting and carrying weight up to 55 pounds
Carrying distance up to 20 feet
Continuous reaching
Intermittent overhead lifting
Frequent waist to chest level lifting
Intermittent floor level lifting
Climbing on stool is occasional
No crawling
Balancing is seldom
Crouching is occasional
Kneeling is seldom
Pushing and pulling maximum weight up to 150 pounds is intermittent
Frequent bending and twisting
Continuous and repetitive use of hands manipulating items (hold, grip, grasp, finger, feel)
Continuous use of feet
Must be capable of climbing and descending stairs during the shift
Frequent communication

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   

Work Environment:   
 
The work environment is dynamic, efficient, and fast-paced. This role is primarily performed indoors, with exposure to hot, cold, and wet environments. It involves close collaboration with kitchen and hotel team members to keep the breakfast service running smoothly. Attention to detail and a positive attitude are valued to consistently meet Hotels standards for cleanliness, quality, and providing a seamless guest experience.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions required of an employee in this position. Employees are expected to work collaboratively as a team to achieve the company’s goals; therefore, other duties may be assigned from time to time.