Kitchen Attendant

Kitchen Attendant Job Description Responsibilities include: Set-up and breakdown of breakfast/social items according to Staybridge Suites standards. Know and comply with cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures. Prepare breakfast/social according to hotel and franchise standards maintaining adequate and sufficient product at all times to service guests based on hotel occupancy and demands. Greet and acknowledge guests as they arrive. Maintain the cleanliness of the breakfast area and equipment at all times; bus and clean tables; straighten chairs and properly arrange furniture. Restock drink and food items and other supplies (e.g., plastic ware, napkins) according to hotel and franchise standards. Serve as hostess to hotel guests providing table-side service including coffee refills. Thank guests as they depart. At the close of the breakfast/social, bus and clean all tables, empty trash receptacles; clean, vacuum and mop the breakfast area, store and dispose of all drinks, food items and supplies in accordance with operating standards and health codes. Clean all equipment and properly store equipment and food according to standards and health codes. Receive supplies, date and rotate stock; complete and record inventory; follow hotel operational procedures to ensure an order is placed for items that are below par levels. Perform essential job functions in accordance with local health department codes, standards and regulations. Respond to guest's needs, special requests and complaints in a courteous, efficient and timely manner. Attend food safety seminars, complete franchise training requirements, attend mandatory staff meetings and maintain current food handlers permit at all times. Assist with cleaning and maintaining other areas of the hotel, as needed and requested by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately Must work well in stressful high-pressure situations Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure Maybe required to perform tasks, which involve exposure to visible blood contamination or reasonably anticipated blood contamination. Must be knowledgeable about OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standards, and must follow the required procedure for handling, cleaning, disposing, or moving of objects/materials and the clean-up of blood, infectious materials, or body fluids containing blood. Working in a hotel requires that you be available to work every day of the year, as the hotel never closes.

Physical Requirements:

This position demands good physical and mental health. The breakfast/social person will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, bend, reach, climb, push, pull, and fold. They must work a flexible schedule and be capable of performing tasks that require repetitive motions. The breakfast/social person must be able to move continuously during work hours, stand for eight (8) hour periods, and must be able to lift and/or carry 50 pounds from the ground to above head level. Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and discretion with confidential information. Personal /

Physical Requirements:

You are often times a key representative of our hotel that guests come in to contact on a daily basis, and such an important source of public relations to our hotel. Confidentiality, cheerfulness, friendliness, honestly, politeness, and tactfulness are important traits that are expected at all times. Each guest must know they come first Negative, unprofessional comments about guests or other members of the team should never be expressed in public or to a guest Keep the 4 R's in mind: you must be responsible, reliable, respectful, and responsive.

Other Duties:

Consistently reports to work at the scheduled time in the proper uniform with nametag. Report all hazards immediately to management for repair. Represents the hotel in a positive manner at all times. Communicates effectively with other departments. Comply's at all times with Staybridge Suites standards Coordinate daily food service supply with front desk to ensure total guest satisfaction. Maintain a clear understanding of emergency procedures and where emergency information is located Performs special projects to maintain maximum service at all times. Arrange special services that are requested by guests. Offer information, assistance and directions to guests. Light maintenance and custodial work are required as needed. You are responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and organization of the breakfast/social area and kitchen. Helps complete monthly inventory. Acknowledges all guests with a smile.