Breakfast Cook Jobs in Portland, ME (NOW HIRING)

We pride ourselves on the dishes served from our kitchen and are looking for a passionate Breakfast Cook to help support our team. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience, enjoys working in a busy restaurant environment, and is capable of taking direction well and multi-tasking effectively. Looking for a fun, energetic and committed team member we can trust! If you have restaurant industry experience and a passion for food prep and strong customer service, please submit an application to us today!

Location: Higgins Beach Inn, Scarborough, ME
Hours: Part-time available
Compensation: $18 to $26 per hour + seasonal year end bonus
Seasonal Position: Part Time, May through October
Start date: May 11th, 2026
Benefits: Discounted stays and food & beverage at affiliated properties
Experience: Previous culinary experience is required

JOB SUMMARY:

To assist in the preparation and service of breakfast, ensuring that the highest quality, hygiene and service standards are met and maintained at all times. The Breakfast Cook ensures that each food item is prepared with the highest quality, care, and craftsmanship. You will accurately and efficiently cook the food, as well as prepare and portion your station prior to cooking. In addition, Line Cooks follow all recipes, portions, guidelines, sanitation, and basic safety in order to produce food according to our standards. Primary responsibilities include an authority for the quality, food safety/sanitation, and timeliness of dishes served, knowledge of all menu items, recipes, plating guidelines, and sanitation/basic safety information. The Breakfast Cook will have experience with a variety of food items using knives, immersion blenders, food processors, scales and portion bags using gas stoves, griddles and fryers. Knowledge and practice of food handling and storage is required. 

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Take control of the breakfast service and ensure guests receive a truly delicious and memorable experience.
• Cooking and managing breakfast service and assisting with dinner service preparation.
• Setting up and breaking down after the breakfast service.
• Ensure the kitchen is kept clean and hygienic at all times.
• Must have a strong sense of organization and unwavering standards for quality and cleanliness.
• Complete all daily responsibilities/cleaning task list. Completes all department checklists.
• Minimizes waste of product.
• Recognize and follow quality standards in regard to meats, vegetables, fruits, dairy products and grains, including proper storage of these items according to health standards.
• An understanding of seasonings for a range of culturally diverse foods is helpful, as is knowledge of common food allergens, intolerances and their substitutes.
• Ensure all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared, rotated and on time.
• Ensure all dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
• Ensure any anticipated issues are communicated promptly to the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all staff under your control are treated fairly and with courtesy.
• Collect feedback from the guest during the breakfast session and report to Executive chef on any complaints or issues.
• Liaise with Purchase Manager regarding daily raw materials for breakfast.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and regulations.
• Able to handle pressure calmly and professionally.
• Understand personal sanitation, the use of personal protective equipment and be aware of ways to prevent personal injury from improper reaching, lifting, stretching and carrying.
• Manually handle/lift/carry product up to 30 pounds between knee and shoulders.
• Must have bilateral fine manipulation of both hands, which may be repetitive for entire shift.
• Must be vertically mobile working in limited space for entire shift.
• Protect the assets of the property and Migis Hotel Group.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 to 2 years of experience as a breakfast cook in full service hotel. Relevant experience gained in a similar environment is also desirable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written, with guests and employees, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work as a part of a team.
• Ability to understand verbal directions, menu details, labels on chemicals, and other workplace safety signage.
• Ability to work under pressure and deal with deadlines, and stressful situations during busy periods.

ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Frequent walking, bending, balancing, stooping, reaching, pushing, lifting, manual dexterity and repetitive motions.
• Occasional stair climbing.
• Schedule varies according to operational needs; will include early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Hazards include, but are not limited to knife injuries, lifting injuries, slips, and tripping.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required or personnel so classified. All persons may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

WHY WORK AT MIGIS HOTEL GROUP:

Our employees comprise the core asset of our company. We don't just say that we offer room for growth and a supportive environment, we live it. Many members of our leadership and management team started in entry level positions and moved on to training the next generation. To support the well-being of our team and their families, we offer meaningful company-sponsored benefits to eligible employees and perks such as discounts at our properties and recreational staff days. Learn more about Careers and Company Culture at Migis Hotel Group.