Seeking Adventurous and Experienced Waitstaff to work near the Sparkling Waters of the Great Lakes!

Island House Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan
Posted: Mar 18, 2024

Waitstaff

The Island House

Mackinac Island, Michigan

Wages/Pay
$3.93 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Apr 29, 2024

We are currently seeking experienced servers to work in our family of restaurants.

Wait Staff Positions are available in the following locations:

These are full-time positions that run from late April through late October. We offer 40+ hours per week to our servers, with regular overtime available.  Our restaurants are fully open and running with no restrictions.  Our Servers will all see high gross sales for the remainder of our season.  We expect record-breaking business in the coming months.

Island House Hotel is a member of the Historic Hotels of America and is a one-of-a-kind property located on Mackinac Island.  We are family-owned and operated.

We have five one-off restaurants on Mackinac in our group, from family dining to casual fine dining. Each one presents a broad range of opportunities.

We hope you'll consider us for your 2024 adventure!

These positions are full-time from late April through late October.

We have shared rooms in dorm-style housing available on Mackinac Island at a cost of $95.00 per week. There are no more than two staff members in a room.  Please visit our website for more information.


About Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is a unique place located between Michigan's rugged upper and lower peninsulas where Lake Huron and Lake Michigan meet. There are no motor vehicles on the Island, which is accessible only by ferry, plane, and private watercraft.

No motor vehicles mean no rush hour, no commute, and little pollution. Leave a big portion of your carbon footprint on the mainland. Walk or ride your bike to get around. When you are not trapped in a car you have a chance to see the water and see the trees. Things slow down, you suddenly have a chance to say hello to people. Mackinac Island has a sense of community as a direct result of this freedom.

You can be in the woods on a secluded trail in less than ten minutes after work. You can have a rock beach all to yourself if you head a mile out of town on a bike. Mackinac Island is 80% state park and it is here for all of us to share.

If you are tired of watching other people have adventures on TV, live your own!

Live it on Mackinac Island!

Job Summary

A server is responsible for waiting on customers in a timely fashion and all necessary side work. Service is the primary responsibility. A friendly, positive and courteous attitude toward customers and co-workers is necessary.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for opening and closing procedures
  • Must be familiar with the menu, daily specials, and prices
  • Responsible for filling out a daily tip report
  • Must be punctual
  • Present a neat, clean, and professional appearance
  • Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Must be able to understand and carry out instructions
  • Must be able to maintain a professional manner under stress
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Contact Info

The Island House

Originally built in 1852, The Island House was the first summer hotel on Mackinac Island. Today, we are a family of businesses and have hundreds of job opportunities at our historic hotel, restaurants and bistros, coffee shops, our famous Ryba's Fudge Shops, and bicycle rental operations.

Location
Michigan
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
250
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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