Kitchen Staff
General information
Rate per hour
$13.00
Tips
Yes
Average hours per week
32 hours
Level of English
Intermediate
Estimated weekly wages
$550.00
Minimum hours per week
32 hours
Maximum hours per week
50 hours
Hours last season
38 hours
Overtime policy
Yes, paid after 40 hours
Bonus
No
Job benefits
Everyday we serve breakfast. Daily around $40-$70 tips. 50% discount on food of the restaurant menu. Every week we have a lot of banquets and we are able to eat or take home food with no charge.
Drug test
No
Must be 21+
No
Lifting
50lbs/22kgs
Uniform required
Yes
Uniform cost
Free
Dress code
No
Nearest city
Greenbay, Wisconsin
Distance
Less than 50 miles away
Second job
Yes, likely
Job duties
- Cooking or preparing food items according to procedures or recipes.
- Placing food items on serving plates or dishes along with required condiments and utensils to present to customers.
- Preparing items quickly and accurately, ensuring no waste and in accordance with production and portion requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
- Maintaining and cleaning all Food Service areas according to all county, state, and federal health codes and sanitation procedures, including preparation tables, equipment, floors, supply areas, refrigerators, and coolers.
- Washing all dirty dishes and equipment.
- Ensuring that cooking grease is rotated properly.
- Maintaining all necessary food reporting and labeling to ensure product quality.
- At the beginning of the day, getting food preparation areas stocked and set up.
- At the end of the day, cleaning up food preparation areas and properly storing unused food items.
- Keeping supervisor/manager informed of all supply, food, and product inventory when necessary.
- Keeping supervisor/manager informed of situations relating to facility operation, patron complaints or concerns, accidents, emergency situations, damages, and potential safety hazards.
- Attending departmental and team meetings as well as participating in all additional training courses.
- Performing all duties in a safe manner.
- Moving to different locations or job assignments within the property, as needed.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Housing
Housing
$90.00 per week
People per unit
4
Own housing allowed
No
Utilities
No
Housing deposit
$300.00
Deposit refundable
Yes
Deposit conditions
If students keep their room and the house in good cleaning shape including the yard they will receive $300 back with their last
Details
Work & Travel USA: Kitchen Staff at Lodge at Leathem Smith
Imagine spending your summer on the shores of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin – a picturesque marina town in the heart of Door County, known as the “Cape Cod of the Midwest.” The Lodge at Leathem Smith is a charming waterfront resort with a full-service restaurant, marina and golf course, and we’re looking for energetic international students to join our kitchen team this season.
What We Offer
- $13.00 per hour – a solid, reliable wage
- Tips included – extra earnings on top of your hourly rate
- 32 hours per week guaranteed, with the possibility of extra hours during peak season
- A long Summer to Fall season – more time to earn and more time to travel
- Friendly, multicultural team and supportive management
- Real hospitality experience for your CV and valuable references from a U.S. employer
- Daily practice of your English in a professional environment
Who We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA (J-1) program
- Conversational English – enough to understand instructions and communicate with the team
- Positive attitude, punctuality and willingness to learn
- Ability to stand for long shifts and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Team player who can stay calm and friendly during busy service
- Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not required – we will train you!
Ready for the summer of your life? Spots at Lodge at Leathem Smith fill up quickly every season. Apply today and start your American adventure in beautiful Door County, Wisconsin!
Why choose Lodge at Leathem Smith
Why Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin?
Door County is one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the American Midwest, welcoming over two million visitors every year. During your free time you can:
- Swim, kayak and paddleboard on the crystal waters of Lake Michigan and Green Bay
- Explore 300+ kilometers of shoreline, five state parks and iconic lighthouses
- Enjoy cherry orchards, farmers markets, and the famous Door County fish boil
- Attend summer festivals, live music nights and outdoor cinema events
- Take weekend trips to Green Bay, Milwaukee or Chicago
About Wisconsin
Wisconsin Dells is the self-styled Waterpark Capital of the World, with resorts, rivers and attractions. Students enjoy abundant jobs in waterparks, hotels and restaurants in a lively summer town.
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