About the Role
DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage – Aquatics
JOB TITLE: Seasonal Poolside Food Runner
REPORTS TO: Dining Services Manager
SCHEDULE: Seasonal (May–September; weekends, evenings, and holidays required)
COMPENSATION: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
BENEFITS: Meals, golf privileges, and opportunities for professional development
Burning Tree Country Club is seeking energetic, reliable, and team-oriented Seasonal Poolside Food Runners to support our summer Food & Beverage operations at the pool.
This role is essential to delivering a seamless and efficient dining experience by ensuring food is delivered accurately, promptly, and professionally to Members and guests. Working closely with servers, bartenders, and the kitchen team, the Food Runner plays a key role in maintaining service flow, organization, and presentation in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Who We Are
Burning Tree Country Club is a private, family-oriented club founded in 1962 and committed to creating exceptional experiences for Members, families, and guests.
Our community includes:
An 18-hole championship golf course that has hosted U.S. Open Qualifiers and Met PGA events
An 8-lane, 25-meter pool with diving well
Har-Tru tennis courts and platform tennis complex
Multiple dining venues including The Grille Room, Founders Bar, Patio, and Salons
A robust calendar of Member events and junior programming in golf, tennis, and aquatics
We take pride in delivering first-class service across all areas of the Club, including our vibrant summer pool environment.
At Burning Tree Country Club, we are proud to be a team of dynamic professionals who champion authenticity, consistency, excellence, and innovation.
Who You Are
You are dependable, fast-paced, and enjoy working as part of a team. You:
Thrive in an active, outdoor hospitality environment
Have a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
Communicate clearly and work well with others
Take pride in accuracy and presentation
Maintain a positive, professional attitude
Are eager to learn and contribute to a high-performing team
Have prior food service or hospitality experience (preferred)
As a Poolside Food Runner, you help ensure a smooth and efficient dining experience for every Member and guest.
The Essentials (Core Responsibilities)
Deliver food orders quickly and accurately from the kitchen to poolside Members and guests
Ensure all dishes are presented correctly and match order tickets
Communicate with servers and kitchen staff to maintain efficient service flow
Assist in organizing and expediting food orders during peak service periods
Maintain cleanliness and organization of service stations and work areas
Support servers with table maintenance, clearing, and resetting as needed
Monitor service areas to ensure Members’ needs are supported
Assist with opening and closing side work duties
The Expectations (Performance & Professional Standards)
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and efficiency during service
Maintain accuracy and attention to detail with all orders
Work collaboratively with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Present a professional and positive attitude at all times
Adapt quickly to changing service needs and priorities
Follow all Club policies, safety guidelines, and service standards
The Standards (Qualifications & Professional Conduct)
Education & Experience
Previous food service or hospitality experience preferred
Entry-level candidates with strong work ethic encouraged to apply
Skills & Competencies
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of food service operations
Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy
Communication Skills
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with team members
Positive, respectful, and service-oriented demeanor
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to carry trays and lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to move quickly and safely in a busy poolside environment