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Breakfast Cook

medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, New Hampshire, Manchester

Nov 10, 2026

Breakfast Cook

Requisition ID

2026-85176

Category

Culinary

Job Location

US-NH-Manchester

Property

Courtyard Manchester

Pay Class

Full Time

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Courtyard Manchester

700 Huse Rd

Manchester, NH 03103

Overview

The Breakfast prep cook is responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality product to all guests during breakfast hours.

Responsibilities

A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items based on standardized recipes for the Garden Grille and Banquets while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product

He/she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness sanitation and safety in the kitchen and work areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio
The Prep Cook also is responsible for preparing cold foods and shellfish slicing meat and brewing coffee or tea
Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly service-oriented manner
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards)
Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
Complete necessary food and station preparations prior to opening of the Cafe in order to ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently during the CafAc and Room Service operating hours.
Prepare and display buffet food items according to standards.
Maintain post on kitchen line as required during the CafAc and Room Service operating hours in order to prepare food to order maintaining the highest standards of efficiency productivity and quality.
Prepare food for Banquets as required following specifications of Banquet Event Orders.
Breakdown buffets and kitchen line storing food and equipment properly at the end of each meal period.
Work banquet food station as scheduled by Food Production Manager.
Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other associates.
Be familiar with all hotel policies and house rules.
Be familiar with hotel's emergency procedures.
Associates must at all times be attentive friendly helpful and courteous to guests managers and other associates.
Be able to operate and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment.
Maintain the 'Clean As You Go' policy.
Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to hotel procedures.
Sign keys out and back in under supervision as needed.
Attend meetings as required by management.
Perform any other duties as requested by management.
Ensures food is stored in specific containers and storage areas in order to prevent spoilage

Qualifications

Food Handlers Certification (must comply with State requirements)
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

Benefits

Highgate offers the following benefits package for this position:

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

Please click here for additional benefit details for the states of Washington, Colorado, and California.

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on 11/9/2026 and will remain open for at least 60 days.