23 June 2026

A Day in the Life of Our Kitchen Assistant: Behind the Pass at Untermetzger

If you’ve ever wondered how a bustling hotel kitchen keeps both board guests and à-la-carte diners happy, step behind the pass with our kitchen assistant at Gasthof Untermetzger. The kitchen assistant is the quiet engine of service—preparing breakfast items, supporting all-inclusive meals, and powering the mise-en-place that lets cooks plate beautiful dishes fast. In this inside look, you’ll see what the role involves, why it matters, and how you can apply to join the team.

What a Kitchen Assistant Does at Untermetzger

Our kitchen runs on rhythm and readiness. The kitchen assistant role focuses on the foundations that make service smooth:

Mise-en-place work: Prepping ingredients and components so service can run without delays.
Preparing items for breakfast: Supporting our rich breakfast buffet with ready-to-serve components.
Preparing items for all-inclusive meals: Ensuring guests on the all-inclusive plan are consistently well fed.
Supporting housekeeping when required: Pitching in with the wider team when help is needed.

These core duties keep everything flowing—from the first coffee at breakfast to the last order at dinner in our à-la-carte Stube.

What is “mise-en-place” and why is it essential?

In professional kitchens, mise-en-place (everything in its place) means completing all prep before service: washing, cutting, portioning, and organizing. This framework:

Reduces errors and wait times during peak moments.
Helps cooks focus on cooking and plating.
Improves consistency and food quality.

It’s the difference between scrambling during service and sailing through it.

Breakfast in Motion: From Mise-en-Place to First Plates

At Untermetzger, guests start the day with a rich breakfast buffet offering a wide selection. The kitchen assistant’s prep ensures the team can keep pace from the first guests to the last morning arrivals. That means having key items ready and organized so the buffet remains varied and inviting.

Because breakfast sets the tone for the day—especially for skiers, hikers, and cyclists—reliable preparation is essential. The assistant’s orderly mise-en-place lets the kitchen maintain quality while responding quickly to guest flow.

All-Inclusive Meals and Board Service: Keeping Guests Fuelled

Untermetzger offers multiple meal plans for rooms, including breakfast, half board, and an all-inclusive package. The kitchen assistant plays a vital role in preparing items for all-inclusive meals, ensuring guests on this plan enjoy dependable variety and timing.

For half board, dinner includes a salad buffet, a starter or soup, a choice of two main courses, and a dessert—executed by the kitchen team led by the cook.
The cook is responsible for daily mise-en-place, production, and plating dishes for board and à-la-carte guests. The assistant’s prep underpins this flow.

Together, these roles keep service coordinated and guest expectations consistently met.

Evening Energy: The À-la-carte Stube and Weekly Thai Buffet

Dinner service in the à-la-carte Stube runs daily 18:00–22:00, operating in two seasons: winter (mid-December to end of March) and summer (mid-July to end of September). External visitors are warmly welcomed, and the menu spans Tyrolean, Mediterranean, and Thai dishes.

Every Wednesday from 18:00, we host an all-you-can-eat Thai buffet with assorted chicken and pork dishes for €23 per person.
Reservations are available via info@hoteluntermetzger.at or +43 664 4179520.

On themed evenings like the Thai buffet, mise-en-place becomes even more crucial. Well-prepared components help the kitchen serve steadily and keep quality high throughout dinner.

Teamwork Beyond the Pass: When Housekeeping Calls

A standout feature of our kitchen assistant vacancy is the cross-functional support—assisting the housekeeping team when required. This collaborative spirit helps the hotel deliver the same standard of care in rooms and public areas that guests experience at the table. It’s a role for people who enjoy pitching in and being part of a cohesive team.

Where This Role Fits in the Kitchen

Professional kitchens are built on defined roles working in concert. At Untermetzger:

The kitchen assistant ensures readiness for service through mise-en-place and by preparing items for breakfast and all-inclusive meals.
The cook handles mise-en-place at the chef level, plus production and plating for board and à-la-carte dishes.

This hand-in-glove coordination keeps the pass moving and guests satisfied.

Skills and Mindset That Help You Thrive

While people come from different backgrounds, certain strengths make a kitchen assistant shine:

Organization and speed: Turning prep lists into neatly arranged, service-ready components.
Consistency: Repeating tasks to an even standard across the shift.
Cleanliness and care with food: Respecting hygiene and handling ingredients responsibly.
Team communication: Sharing status updates so cooks can time dishes precisely.
Adaptability: Switching tasks smoothly, including helping the housekeeping team when needed.

These are universal kitchen fundamentals that keep a busy service calm and efficient.

Guest Experience Touchpoints the Kitchen Supports

The kitchen assistant’s work impacts multiple guest moments across the property:

The breakfast buffet, remembered for its breadth and energy at the start of the day.
All-inclusive meals, which rely on consistent timing and variety.
The à-la-carte Stube, serving Tyrolean, Mediterranean, and Thai cuisine every evening in season.
The Wednesday Thai buffet, a guest favorite at €23 per person.

And beyond the plate, the team spirit that includes pitching in with housekeeping helps maintain the warm, personable standard that distinguishes Untermetzger.

Practical Takeaways for Candidates

If you’re considering the role, here are clear, actionable points:

Core duties you’ll handle
- Mise-en-place prep.
- Preparing items for breakfast.
- Preparing items for all-inclusive meals.
- Supporting housekeeping when required.
Who you’ll collaborate with
- The cook, who oversees production and plating for board and à-la-carte dishes.
- The wider hotel team, aligning kitchen and housekeeping priorities on busy days.
What success looks like
- Organized prep stations, steady service flow, and quick responses to the dining room’s needs.
Where your prep makes the biggest difference
- Morning breakfast readiness.
- Consistent quality for all-inclusive meal windows.
- Evening readiness for the à-la-carte Stube and special nights like the Thai buffet.

FAQs for Candidates and Curious Guests

What does a kitchen assistant do at Untermetzger?

Mise-en-place work.
Preparing items for breakfast.
Preparing items for all-inclusive meals.
Supporting the housekeeping team when required.

When is the à-la-carte Stube open for dinner?

Daily from 18:00 to 22:00 during two seasons: winter (mid-December to end of March) and summer (mid-July to end of September).

Can non-residents dine in the Stube?

Yes. External diners are warmly welcomed.

How do I reserve the Wednesday Thai buffet?

Email info@hoteluntermetzger.at or call +43 664 4179520. The buffet starts at 18:00 and costs €23 per person.

How do I apply for the kitchen assistant role?

Untermetzger is recruiting a kitchen assistant (m/w) with an immediate start. To apply, contact us via info@hoteluntermetzger.at or +43 664 4179520.

À-la-carte Stube: Tyrolean, Mediterranean, and Thai dishes every evening in season.
Thai Buffet (Wednesdays): All-you-can-eat from 18:00, €23 per person.
Wellness area: Sauna and Jacuzzi by reservation; an additional fee applies.
Sorglos travel cancellation insurance: Flexible protection you can add during booking or later.
Promo & Last Minutes: Occasional offers and value-added packages.

Conclusion: Join the Team Behind the Taste

A great guest experience is built long before a plate reaches the pass. At Gasthof Untermetzger, our kitchen assistant turns good service into great service through meticulous prep, reliable breakfast readiness, and steady support for all-inclusive meals—plus a collaborative spirit that extends to housekeeping when needed.

Ready to step behind the pass? Apply now for an immediate-start kitchen assistant role: email info@hoteluntermetzger.at or call +43 664 4179520. And if you’re dining with us soon, book our Wednesday Thai buffet or join us in the à-la-carte Stube from 18:00 to 22:00—we’ll be ready for you.