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Seminole Gaming

J1 Food Runner

Atlantic City, NJ · On-site

Food Runners may be utilized at Hard Rock Cafe during high business volume. In addition to delivering guests' orders, they will assist servers in responding to the requests of our guests. The main ...

Cheeca Lodge & Spa

J1 Food and Beverage

Islamorada, FL · On-site

Additional Duties: * Assist with other restaurant duties as needed, such as bussing tables or food running. * Adhere to all hotel policies and procedures. Qualifications: * Excellent interpersonal ...

Bally's Corporation

Barista - Starbucks (J1)

Stateline, NV

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

S. hospitality and food & beverage industry while supporting cultural exchange. The J1 participant will assist in serving food and beverage products to guests, coordinating daily service activities ...

Bally's Corporation

Barista - Starbucks (J1)

Stateline, NV

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

S. hospitality and food & beverage industry while supporting cultural exchange. The J1 participant will assist in serving food and beverage products to guests, coordinating daily service activities ...

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F&B Trainee Manager - J1

Old Greenwich, CT · On-site

$17/hr

As a J1 F&B Trainee Manager at Innis Arden Golf Club, you will embark on a comprehensive, year-long ... Rotate through core departments including Food & Beverage, Front of House, and Member Services to ...

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How much do j1 food jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for j1 food in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges faced by J1 Food service workers, and how can they prepare for them?

J1 Food service workers often face challenges such as adapting to fast-paced environments, managing language barriers, and understanding new workplace cultures. It's important to quickly learn menu items, food safety standards, and customer service expectations. Building strong communication with team members and seeking feedback from supervisors can help ease the transition. Being proactive, staying organized, and maintaining a positive attitude will help J1 participants succeed and make the most of their cultural exchange experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a J1 Food Service Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a J1 Food Service Worker, you generally need basic food handling skills, customer service experience, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, food safety certifications, and kitchen equipment is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability help individuals excel in fast-paced, customer-focused environments. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining food safety standards, efficient service, and customer satisfaction.

What are J1 Food jobs?

J1 Food jobs refer to employment positions in the food service industry that are available to participants of the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program in the United States. These jobs typically include roles such as servers, cooks, dishwashers, baristas, and other positions in restaurants, cafes, and food establishments. The J-1 visa program allows international students and young professionals to gain work experience, improve their English skills, and learn about American culture while working temporarily in the U.S. in fields like food service.

What is the difference between J1 Food vs J1 Hospitality?

AspectJ1 FoodJ1 Hospitality
Required CredentialsWork visa, sponsor approvalWork visa, sponsor approval
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, food serviceHotels, resorts, food service
Industry UsagePrimarily food service roles

J1 Food and J1 Hospitality both involve work visa programs for international students. J1 Food focuses on roles within restaurants and food service establishments, while J1 Hospitality covers positions in hotels, resorts, and broader hospitality settings. Both require similar credentials and are used by employers in the hospitality industry. The main difference lies in the specific work environment and job types, with J1 Food dedicated to food service roles and J1 Hospitality encompassing a wider range of hospitality services.

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J1 Food Runner

J1 Food Runner

Seminole Gaming

Atlantic City, NJ • On-site

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Seminole Gaming rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 135 rated casinos

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company's success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits
Job Description:
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 70 countries spanning 265 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. HRI also launched a joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 86,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. In 2022, Hard Rock Hotels was honored as the number one brand in Outstanding Guest Satisfaction for the second year in a row among Upper Upscale Hotels in J.D. Power's North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. This designation is the fourth consecutive year the iconic brand has been among top brands in this category.
HRI is the first privately-owned gaming company designated U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal for the second year. Hard Rock was also honored as one of Forbes' Best Employers for Women, Diversity and New Grads and a Top Large Employer in the Travel & Leisure, Gaming, and Entertainment Industry. In 2021, Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos received first place ranking in the Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey conducted by Bristol Associates Inc. and Spectrum Gaming Group for six of the last seven years. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.
Food Runners may be utilized at Hard Rock Cafe during high business volume. In addition to delivering guests' orders, they will assist servers in responding to the requests of our guests. The main responsibility of this position is to deliver food to guests in a friendly, professional and knowledgeable manner.
Basic functions of a Food Runner:
  • Deliver food to guests quickly and efficiently.
  • Deliver condiments and drinks as needed (to include alcoholic beverages).
  • Refill beverages as needed. Respond to guest inquiries in a courteous and polite manner.
  • Promptly and professionally, handle guest issues and communicates problems and concern to management.
  • Maintain a clean and organized server alley and expo area.
  • Stock ice and glassware on the server line.
  • Pre-buss tables.
  • Clean and reset dirty tables.
  • Sweep the floor.
  • Assist and communicate clearly with the kitchen staff and front of the house staff.

This job description reflects the position's essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned.
Job Requirements include:
SKILLS
  • Remain calm in a hectic, fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Demonstrate a high level of organization, attention-to-detail and a sense-of-urgency.
  • Display a positive and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests and co-workers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Ability to move throughout the corporate office and cafes during visits (standing, walking, kneeling, bending) for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to make repeating movements of the arms, hands, and wrists.
  • Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally and perceive sound by ear.

  • Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to work with hand above shoulders.
  • Ability to occasionally, regularly, frequently move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 10 pounds.
  • Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion.
  • Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, and loud/noisy environment.
  • Ability to travel via auto or airplane for long periods of time.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Maintaining a well-groomed appearance ("having a plan").
  • Following all uniform guidelines.
  • Practicing all general safety & sanitation standards.
  • Recycling products, where possible.
  • Maintaining HRC's 5 core Values and Mission Statement.
  • This Cafe may cross-train the Servers and the Bussers

Closing:
Hard Rock International is an equal opportunity employer. We live our motto LOVE ALL - SERVE ALL, and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member. Hard Rock welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Hard Rock to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact a member of our Human Resources team.
Disclaimer
While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

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