The Dam Shop at the Elk Rapids Marina is growing and we are looking for individuals who are excellent team players, bring energy to the team, and have a passion for food!
As a Line Cook, you will work closely with the General Manager & year-round team members to ensure seamless operations and an excellent customer experience for our guests.
This position is Seasonal (Full & Part Time Available). The candidate must be able to start Mid-May 2026 and be able to work through September/October.
Students still enrolled in school: We can work with your schedule to best accommodate a start date. Students not graduating in 2026 will need a valid work permit prior to start.
This position is hourly wage + tips. (Average Tips During Summer = $10-$25/hour!)
Candidates with experience are preferred, however, candidates with a great attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to learn are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers
- Assisting with stocking and setting up the stations
- Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts
- Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations
- Taking out trash, sweeping, moping and all other standard cleaning procedures
- Date and Label food made and organize in First In First Out
- Completing a daily list of tasks
- Preparation of dressings, sauces, and other condiments
- May be asked to work inside the retail store, ringing up guests and taking orders
- May be asked to prepare specialty coffee using commercial coffee equipment
- Interact and engage with Guests providing them with a memorable experience
- Work closely with the Kitchen Manager on operations, inventory management
- Maintain a positive and engaging environment
Skills and Qualifications
Will Train the right Candidate
- Positive attitude
- Customer service experience 1+ years
- Kitchen experience 1+ years
- Exceptional time management
- The ability to work on your feet for most of the day and lift 50 pounds at a time & physical stamina
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, preforming multiple tasks simultaneously
- High personal hygiene standards
- Self-Motivated
- Ability to read and understand Standardized Recipes
- Barista experience a plus, not required
- Baking experience a plus, not required
- Serve safe Certified a plus, not required
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
Application Question(s):
- We do not provide or assist with housing. Do you have confirmed housing in the area and an ability to get to work?
- Do you understand this is a seasonal position beginning in May 2026?
Experience:
- Restaurant : 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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