Food Runner

The James Royal Palm: "Luxury Liberated" Comes To South Beach

The James, a hospitality brand synonymous with the seamless blend of modern, residentially styled spaces and guest-centric service, is set to launch its third luxury hotel, The James Royal Palm in Miami. Scheduled to begin welcoming guests in late 2012, this exciting addition to the South Beach hotel scene is the reincarnation of the historic and much-beloved Royal Palm Hotel.

Featured as one of Forbes Magazine’s "Top 10 Most Anticipated Openings of 2012", The James Royal Palm is an inspiring oceanfront beach retreat on everyone’s it list. Situated in the heart of South Beach, the hotel is immersed in a vibrant scene of all that’s new. Night or day, a distinct energy is in the air; sparked by travelers, trend setters, and creative personalities at the forefront of defining what’s next.

The South Beach hotel will house two dining options including signature restaurant, Florida Cookery, led by local Miami Chef Kris Wessel, featuring hyper-regional Florida fare; and CATCH, a globally influenced seafood restaurant from New York City’s EMM Group. In addition, The James Royal Palm will offer two swimming pools with cabanas, poolside bar, lobby lounge and coffee bar, full-service spa, Lil’ James offerings for children, retail shop, a curated collection of art, gym and more.

Indicative of The James brand persona every detail of The James Royal Palm will be meticulously chosen and artistically inspired. The overall renovation will be respectful of the original Royal Palm's history, with several design elements paying homage to the art deco roots of the original hotel as well as the local area.

The James Royal Palm will serve as a modern tribute to the building's rich history, keeping intact many signature elements of the original architect's design. Similar to The James Chicago and The James New York, the overall design at The James Royal Palm will be modern and residentially-inspired, with a focus on local art and environmentally thoughtful touches, such as reclaimed materials and natural fibers.

If you are looking for a hospitality position in South Florida, The James Royal Palm may be the perfect fit for you.

Summary:As a Runner you will be interacting with the restaurant guest, fellow staff members and supervisors in a polite, courteous and hospitable manner to ensure that the guest are having and exemplary dinning experience delivers food, describes items, replenishes supplies and acts as liaison between the wait staff and the kitchen staff by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions:

Helps to maintain the cleanliness and efficiency of the kitchen by following runners side duty sheets 100% ( including but no limited to):

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and 10 lbs of force frequently.

Ability to stand and walk during the entire shift.

Able to work nights, weekends and holidays when business needs dictates.

Required Qualifications:

Three or six month of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience