Breakfast Food Server

About the role

Start Mornings Where Carmel Shines – imagine beginning your workday just steps from Carmel’s storybook streets, coastal air, and world‑famous charm. At Hotel Carmel, every morning brings a new opportunity to create a warm, welcoming start for travelers and locals alike—one great cup of coffee, thoughtful recommendation, and memorable breakfast at a time. We’re looking for an energetic, genuinely friendly hospitality professional to help bring the breakfast experience to life at Brophy’s Tavern. This is more than taking orders: it’s setting the tone for a guest’s entire day in one of California’s most beloved seaside destinations. If you thrive in a fast‑paced dining room, enjoy making people feel at home, and know that excellent service is equal parts timing, teamwork, and personality, you’ll fit right in.

The Hotel Carmel Experience gives guests the best of Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea: easygoing coastal comfort, vibrant local flavor, and the hospitality that turns a weekend visit into a tradition. From breakfast at daybreak to an evening wine hour at sunset, guests experience the warmth and character that make this town special. You’ll work alongside a team that values professionalism, kindness, hustle, and a positive attitude while serving guests who come to enjoy Carmel’s galleries, beaches, restaurants, scenic beauty, and relaxed California spirit.

Responsibilities

• Setting the tone for a guest’s entire day (beyond simply taking orders)
• Providing a great cup of coffee, thoughtful recommendations, and a memorable breakfast
• Anticipating guest needs, responding promptly, and maintaining an attentive presence on the dining room floor
• Communicating clearly with the kitchen expeditor, including firing food as needed to support a smooth, well‑paced service
• Collaborating with teammates and jumping in to support when needed
• Respecting every guest and coworker, even during the busiest rush
• Maintaining a commitment to safe work habits and a clean, safe working environment
• Being flexible to assist with other duties as assigned by a supervisor

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of breakfast menus, including ingredients, preparation, and thoughtful recommendations
• Working knowledge of coffee, tea, and non‑alcoholic beverage offerings

Skills

• Warm, polished, guest‑first approach to service
• Ability to anticipate guest needs and respond promptly
• Clear communication with the kitchen expeditor
• Collaborative spirit and willingness to support teammates
• Respect for guests and coworkers
• Commitment to safe work habits
• Flexibility to assist with other duties as assigned