Food Runner

Northwood Investors is a privately held real estate investment advisor that was founded in 2006 by John Kukral, the former President and CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Advisors. Northwood employs a fundamental, value-driven investment strategy with a longer-term outlook. Northwood invests alongside institutional and private clients in a broad range of real estate and real estate-related investment opportunities globally, with approximately $7 billion of assets under management.

Northwood has office locations in the US in Denver (headquarters), New York, Dallas, Los Angeles and Charlotte. The firm also has employees who work for vertically integrated platforms, such as Retail and Hospitality, in Florida, North and South Carolina, California, and Texas. Additionally, the firm has professional teams located in the United Kingdom, Luxembourg, Paris, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

Northwood Hospitality, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwood Investors, manages the prominent hotel portfolio acquired by Northwood Investors. The growing portfolio of Northwood Hospitality currently consists of fourteen iconic properties, thirteen of which are managed by Northwood Hospitality.

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Job Description

Job Title: Food Runner - Cheeca Lodge and Spa

Location: Islamorada, Florida Keys

Job Summary: Join our team at Cheeca Lodge and Spa, nestled in the breathtaking beauty of Islamorada in the Florida Keys. As a Food Runner, you'll play a pivotal role in elevating our guests' dining experience at our picturesque beachside restaurant. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional service in a stunning tropical setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work between the kitchen and the front-of -house to deliver food to the guest tables
• Warmly greet guests, creating a hospitable and welcoming atmosphere.
• Efficiently manage the stocking of essential dining items, such as condiments and bread.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate order timing and assist in maintaining food presentation standards.
• Attend to guest needs after food delivery, ensuring a clean and organized dining area.
• Participate in team meetings to stay informed about restaurant protocols and updates.
• Maintain a professional appearance and uphold a friendly, courteous demeanor.
• Proactively engage with guests to promote the café's amenities and promptly address any service issues.

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest service.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and provide documentation within 3 days of being hired.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Employee discounts at Northwood Hotels.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD D) insurance.

Join our team and become a part of the Cheeca Lodge and Spa family, where you'll enjoy working in a stunning beachside location while delivering exceptional dining experiences to our valued guests.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we practice being committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will require background checks and employment verifications and in some roles drug screens due to our contractual obligations.

We offer competitive benefits and wellness programs: Competitive, pay, generous time off policies, paid parental leave, charitable matching donation program, paid volunteer time off, physical wellness reimbursement, company paid training, conferences and professional membership fees, employee/friends/family discounts at our hotel properties to name a few.

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