What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Runner - Full-Time position at Highgate Hotels, LP?
| Requisition ID | 2026-75000 | Category | Food and Beverage | Job Location | US-NJ-Princeton | Property | Graduate Princeton | Compensation Minimum | USD $16.00/Hr. | Compensation Maximum | USD $16.00/Hr. |
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com
Graduate Princeton - Princeton, NJ
Graduate by Hilton Princeton is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Food Runner to support our Food & Beverage team in delivering timely, accurate, and memorable dining experiences. The Food Runner plays a key role in ensuring guests receive their meals promptly and correctly while maintaining the flow between the kitchen and dining room. This position requires strong communication, urgency, and a team-first mindset to support both front- and back-of-house operations.
Verify plates for presentation, accuracy, and completeness before leaving the kitchen
Communicate clearly with kitchen and service teams to ensure seamless coordination
Assist servers with table maintenance and guest needs as necessary
Describe dishes when delivering to guests and ensure proper placement at the table
Maintain cleanliness of expo line, service stations, and dining areas
Support overall restaurant flow by anticipating needs and responding with urgency
Follow all food safety and sanitation standards
Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately
Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred but not required
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Team-oriented mindset with a positive, professional attitude
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and carry multiple plates
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Commitment to delivering excellent guest service and upholding brand standards
Highgate Hotels and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any other legally protected classification. Highgate Hotels will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.