Food Runner at The Reeds at Shelter Haven – Stone Harbor, New Jersey
Join the team at The Reeds at Shelter Haven, a contemporary luxury boutique hotel in beautiful Stone Harbor, New Jersey. As a Food Runner, you'll be at the heart of an exciting, fast-paced restaurant environment, delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests while earning solid hourly wages plus tips.
Stone Harbor is a top Work & Travel destination — hundreds of J-1 students live and work in the nearby Wildwood area each summer. You'll be part of a vibrant international community, with easy access to events, festivals, beaches, and day trips to Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington D.C.
Tips are percentage-based, added to your paycheck bi-weekly, and bring estimated weekly earnings to around $330. Overtime is paid after 40 hours.
- 💰 Base pay: $6.25/hour + tips (est. ~$330/week total)
- ⏱ Average 40 hours/week; overtime paid after 40 hrs
- 🏨 Affordable housing available in Wildwood (~$150–$250/week)
- 🚌 Easy commute via NJ Transit bus, Uber, or bicycle
- 🍽 On-the-job training provided — no prior experience needed
- 🎉 Summer events, festivals, beaches, and city trips nearby
- 🗽 Day trips to Philadelphia (2 hrs), NYC (2.5 hrs), Washington D.C. (3.5 hrs)
- 🌊 Volunteer at the Wetlands Institute or explore Cape May's historic Cold Spring Village
This is a physically active role — you'll be on your feet all shift, lifting and delivering food, supporting servers and kitchen staff, and making sure every guest has a fantastic experience. If you're energetic, service-minded, and ready for an unforgettable American summer, this is the job for you!
