Nobu Food Runner/Dining Assistant

Four Seasons; Lanai City (HI); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-contributed medical, dental, and vision benefits

Competitive wages

Paid time off and holiday pay

Complimentary stays and exclusive discounts

Comprehensive learning and development programs

Job summary

Four Seasons in Lanai City seeks a Food Runner/Dining Assistant to support kitchen and front-of-house operations by delivering food and maintaining a clean dining area.

Ideal candidates will have legal work authorization in the U.S., a strong customer service mindset, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include 100% employer-contributed medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Qualifications

• Legal work authorization in the United States.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as required.
• Strong focus on maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food promptly while ensuring proper presentation and temperature.
• Maintain dining room cleanliness and organization.
• Support service flow during busy periods.
• Complete opening and closing duties, restocking supplies.
• Assist with dining room setup and layout.

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Effective upselling

Education

Hawaii Food Handler’s Card

Hawaii State Department of Health tuberculosis clearance card

Maui Liquor Card (preferred)

Job description

About the Location

Located on the southeastern coast of the pristine island of Lāna’i, Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i is a secluded oceanfront retreat offering travelers a curated, personalized island escape. The five‑star, five‑diamond resort features outdoor restaurants, a kid’s club, tennis garden, cultural programming, beach and pool, Hawanawana spa, luxury retail boutiques, and an award‑winning Jack Nicklaus‑signature golf course with ocean views on every hole. Island activities include sunset sails, whale watch tours, horseback riding, sporting clays, archery, biking, hiking, aerial adventures at Land–Adventure Park, and Hawaiian wayfinding lessons at the on‑site observatory.

Food Runner/Dining Assistant

The Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i is looking for a Food Runner/Dining Assistant who shares a passion for excellence and infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. The role supports both kitchen and front‑of‑house operations by delivering food to guests and maintaining a clean, organized dining area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food promptly to correct tables and seats, ensuring accuracy, proper presentation, temperature, and awareness of modifications or allergens while providing friendly, professional guest interaction.
• Maintain dining room cleanliness by clearing and resetting tables, sanitizing surfaces, replenishing water, napkins, and condiments, and keeping service areas organized and free of debris.
• Support service flow by coordinating dishes, assisting with course setup, transporting dirty items to washing areas, and helping team members during busy periods.
• Complete opening and closing duties, including restocking supplies, preparing beverages (coffee, tea, non‑alcoholic), polishing glassware and silverware, and setting up or breaking down stations.
• Assist with dining room setup and layout, arranging tables and chairs for efficient service and optimal guest experience.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Legal work authorization in the United States.
• Availability to work the hospitality business seven days a week, 24 hours a day; holidays and weekends as required.
• Required Hawaii State Department of Health tuberculosis clearance card and Hawaii Food Handler’s Card.
• Maui Liquor Card preferred (not required).
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and push/pull as needed during shifts.
• Strong customer‑focused mindset with interpersonal and communication skills, effective upselling, attention to detail, and a clean, organized workspace.

Benefits

• Hourly rate: $19
• 100 % employer‑contributed medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive wages and additional benefits such as retirement plan, wellness credit, paid time off and holiday pay.
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events year‑round.
• Complimentary stays and exclusive discounts at Four Seasons Worldwide.
• Complimentary employee meals & dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
• Owner‑subsidized on‑island housing and inter‑island airfare to Oahu and other resources.
• Comprehensive learning and development programs.
• Encouraged to be your true self in an energizing employee culture.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Four Seasons is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the EEOC poster please visit the EEOC website.