Food Runner, Wuksachi Lodge

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Food Runner to join our team at Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park, California. As a Food Runner, you will be responsible for quickly responding to changing needs within the dining room and expediting food from the kitchen to our guests as quickly as possible.

Pay

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401 (k) with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal daily
• Commuter bonus - $15/day for commutes 35 miles one-way, $30/day for 50 miles one-way
• Employee discounts - 50% off restaurant and pizzeria, 20% off other food and beverage, 40% off retail
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for full-time, year-round team members

Life in Sequoia National Park

Looking for a job with a side of adventure? Be part of a global team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural beauty of California's Sequoia National Park! Each day inspires in special places like this.

• Low-cost shared dormitory housing available for $65/ week, including utilities and wi-fi
• Housing includes free on-site laundry and a communal area for cooking
• Live amongst the giant sequoias
• Access to hundreds of miles of hiking trails with campsites, caves, mountains, rivers, and lakes to explore!

What will you do?

• Attend pre-shift briefing, taking note of important service information
• Collaborate with Chef, kitchen team members, and servers to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food; assist with the presentation of courses
• Complete any required table-side service, which may include taking and delivering orders and explaining the menu to guests
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all menu items, ingredients, and preparations; be able to identify menu items and ingredients by appearance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

More about you

• Must be at least 18 years old
• At least 1 year of experience or training as a Runner or Busser with a similar style of dining, capacity, and volume preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical requirements

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions; may include walking up and down stairs
• Ability to lift to 35 pounds for set-up, service, and clean-up
• Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners
• Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to take orders and prepare checks

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Split shift
Holidays
Weekends

Who we are

Sequoia National Park offers an opportunity to see the giant Redwoods that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. The work itself is exciting, and there are a lot of career opportunities for advancement and opportunities to transfer to other Delaware North properties located at the state and national parks across the country. We offer on-site housing and discounts on food, beverage, and retail. Shuttle service to town is provided.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100 years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

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