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ULU AM - Food Runner - Casual

Hawaii Four Seasons Hualalai Estimated salary: Approximately $16–$20 per hour, potentially plus gratuities and employee benefits
Role summary

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The Food Runner supports restaurant service by delivering prepared dishes from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately, confirming table numbers, maintaining presentation standards, and assisting servers with clearing and resetting tables. Candidates should have a friendly, service-focused attitude, good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy luxury resort environment. Previous food-and-beverage or hospitality experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, carrying trays, following food-safety procedures, and working flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. A professional appearance, teamwork, reliability, and genuine interest in creating memorable guest experiences are expected.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and private residences in destinations around the world. The brand is known for personalized service, high operating standards, elegant accommodations, and a strong focus on guest and employee experiences. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is located on Hawaii’s Kohala Coast and combines upscale accommodations with beaches, golf, spa facilities, cultural programming, and several dining venues. Team members are expected to deliver thoughtful, individualized service while working collaboratively in a polished resort setting. The company commonly provides training, career-development opportunities, employee benefits, and travel-related privileges, although specific benefits vary by position and employment status. Four Seasons generally looks for people who are dependable, warm, detail-oriented, and committed to hospitality excellence.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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