Food Runner- Salt + Ash

Hawks Cay Resort; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food Runner at Hawks Cay Resort in Marathon, FL supports a world‑class dining experience by delivering dishes promptly and describing key elements with confidence. This role requires strong communication and a refined sense of urgency to maintain plating integrity and smooth service in a high‑level kitchen environment.

Collaborating with kitchen and service teams, you'll help pace courses and ensure guests are attended to with discretion, maintaining spotless passes and service stations

Qualifications

• Prior experience in elevated dining preferred.
• Strong communication and sense of urgency.
• Passion for culinary excellence and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dishes promptly while describing key elements with confidence and accuracy
• Uphold plating integrity; ensure dishes arrive exactly as the chef intends
• Communicate continuously with kitchen and service teams
• Maintain spotless pass and service stations
• Support pacing of courses and table timing consistent with Michelin‑level execution
• Anticipate guest needs with refined awareness and discretion

Job description

Position Summary

The Food Runner ensures every dish is delivered with precision, elegance, and urgency while upholding presentation standards set by Chef Jeremy Ford. This role is key in maintaining the seamless flow of service that defines a world‑class dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver dishes promptly while describing key elements with confidence and accuracy
• Uphold plating integrity; ensure dishes arrive exactly as the chef intends
• Communicate continuously with kitchen and service teams
• Maintain spotless pass and service stations
• Support pacing of courses and table timing consistent with Michelin‑level execution
• Anticipate guest needs with refined awareness and discretion

Qualifications

• Prior experience in elevated dining preferred
• Strong communication and sense of urgency
• Passion for culinary excellence and guest experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk 8–10 hours per shift
• Ability to carry and lift 30–40 lbs safely (food trays, service equipment, etc.)
• Frequent bending, reaching, and fast‑paced movement in tight spaces
• Ability to maintain focus in high‑heat environments near the kitchen