Benefits:

competitive pay

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

The Benson Hotel is seeking an experienced and dependable Lead Breakfast Cook to help execute and oversee our daily breakfast operation.

This is a hands-on leadership position for a cook who takes pride in organization, consistency, quality, and professional kitchen standards. The Lead Breakfast Cook will work closely with the culinary leadership team to ensure breakfast service is properly prepared, efficiently executed, and consistently delivered at a high level.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the daily preparation and execution of breakfast service

Prepare eggs, breakfast meats, potatoes, sauces, baked items, and other menu components according to established recipes and standards

Maintain consistent quality, presentation, seasoning, and portion control

Organize the breakfast line and ensure the kitchen is fully prepared before service

Provide direction and support to breakfast cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff as needed

Coordinate production for restaurant service, room service, banquets, and hotel events when applicable

Monitor product levels, communicate ordering needs, and minimize waste

Maintain accurate labeling, dating, rotation, cooling, and storage procedures

Ensure all sanitation, food-safety, and cleanliness standards are followed

Communicate effectively with culinary leadership and the hotel operations team

Assist with training and maintaining accountability within the breakfast team

Qualifications

At least two years of professional breakfast, brunch, hotel, or high-volume cooking experience preferred

Previous lead cook or supervisory experience strongly preferred

Strong egg cookery, sauté, griddle, and breakfast production skills

Ability to work efficiently during high-volume service

Excellent organization, communication, and time-management skills

Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working early-morning shifts

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Current Oregon Food Handler Card, or ability to obtain one before beginning work

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a professional cook who leads by example, maintains a clean and organized station, communicates clearly, and understands the importance of consistency in a hotel environment. The right candidate will be comfortable taking ownership of the breakfast operation while remaining collaborative, coachable, and committed to the success of the entire culinary team.

To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief description of your breakfast or hotel-kitchen experience.