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Company Summary

We're the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirits brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we're driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we're the fastest-growing large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, The Prisoner, High West Whiskey, and more drive industry-leading growth for us today. But we're just getting started. Our ability to stay on the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Back-of-House (BOH) Food Runner is a vital member of the culinary and hospitality team, responsible for ensuring the seamless and timely delivery of food from the kitchen to service areas. This hands-on role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to both operational standards and guest satisfaction. The BOH Food Runner supports the culinary vision of Robert Mondavi Winery and its ICON portfolio, helping maintain the highest standards of food presentation, safety, and service while facilitating smooth kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

The BOH Food Runner works closely with the culinary team and front-of-house hospitality staff to coordinate the efficient movement of plated dishes from the kitchen to the tasting room, event spaces, or service stations. This includes verifying order accuracy, ensuring proper plating and presentation, and confirming that all dishes meet the established quality standards before leaving the kitchen. The Food Runner is responsible for communicating clearly with the culinary team to relay any special instructions, dietary requests, or last-minute changes.

Operational excellence is central to the role, with responsibilities including managing the organization of pass areas, maintaining clean and sanitized workstations, and adhering to all food safety protocols Food Runner assists with inventory support, such as monitoring supplies and restocking service stations as needed to ensure service readiness. During busy periods, the Food Runner plays a critical part in supporting efficient workflow and timely service, proactively anticipating kitchen needs and adapting to changing demands.

The Food Runner is expected to uphold rigorous operational standards and strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring consistency in food handling, portioning, and storage practices. By maintaining accurate records and supporting compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, the Food Runner helps ensure a safe and efficient environment for both staff and guests.

Collaboration and teamwork are essential, as the BOH Food Runner works alongside culinary and hospitality teams to deliver an exceptional and memorable guest experience. The role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a passion for upholding the brand standards of Robert Mondavi Winery and its ICON portfolio.

Operational and Fiscal Adherence

The BOH Food Runner plays an important role in supporting the kitchen's operational and fiscal goals. This includes assisting with inventory management, minimizing waste, and ensuring that service areas are stocked efficiently to help meet cost of goods (COGS) targets. Adherence to all SOPs from production schedules to sanitation and storage is essential to maintain efficiency, consistency, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Through effective support of operational and fiscal management, the Food Runner contributes to the overall success and sustainability of the culinary operation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, restaurant, or hospitality environment preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with culinary and front-of-house teams.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to established recipes, plating standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods, lift trays, and move quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability, reliability, and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally; genuine interest in wine, food, and hospitality is a plus.
• Culinary or hospitality certification and ServSafe certification are desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hospitality, wine studies, or a related field preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule, including availability on weekends, holidays, and evenings as required.
• Valid U.S. Passport; ability to travel up to 10% for training or events.

Physical Requirements/Other

• Able to lift 40lbs on occasion.
• Work in a normal office environment. Sit at a workstation for up to 2-hour intervals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be flexible in work style, location, and schedule: travel up to 30%, the wine industry is a hospitality-oriented industry, so availability to work weekends and evenings on occasion as required.
• Must have valid U.S. Passport.

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The salary range for this role is:

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).