Food Runner, Waybound Yosemite

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring seasonal Food Runners to join our team at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite in Fish Camp, California. Opportunities may be available for partial or full season placements. 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.

Waybound Yosemite is Tenaya Lodge’s reimagined cabin experience, offering elevated lodging near Yosemite National Park with a guest experience centered on comfort, connection, and exploration. If you’re passionate about hospitality, this is your opportunity to deliver exceptional service and create memorable stays for guests in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Please note this is a tipped position; the hourly minimum pay listed doesn’t include any potential tipped earnings.

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 in our employee dining room
• Commuter bonus - $10/day for 35+ miles and $20/day for 50+ miles
• Employee discounts - 20% off food and beverage, and 30% off retail
• Access to guest recreation equipment and activities
• 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 at Tenaya at Yosemite

Embark on a thrilling journey at Tenaya Lodge! Nestled near Yosemite National Park's entrance, our mountain resort promises a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Join our global team in an awe-inspiring location that inspires every day.

• Proximity to outdoor attractions, including Yosemite National Park, Bass Lake, and Sierra National Forest
• Opportunity for outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, biking, rock climbing, camping, horseback riding, and much more!

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

• 1 year 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 in addition to normal business hours, 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 up 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

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Who we are

Tenaya Lodge is a 4-diamond resort located just outside the south entrance to Yosemite National Park. Surrounded by beautiful trees and granite peaks, the property offers a wide range of outdoor experiences. The resort is also home to Waybound, a nearby collection of modern cabins and cottages that provide a more private, retreat style stay with access to resort amenities. At Tenaya Lodge, team members are part of a hospitality experience shaped by the outdoors in one of California’s most iconic destinations.

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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