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Find employment and discover new job openings in our area of Leelanau County, Michigan, including: Empire, Glen Arbor, Maple City, Burdickville, the Narrows, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Positions listed here may be full-time, part-time, seasonal, or volunteer.

 

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Glen Lake Association seeking Executive Director

The Executive Director (“ED”) is a newly created, full-time, year-round position responsible for the leadership of the GLA’s operations, administration, and budget integrity. The ED will report to the Board of Directors and will lead the organization with the support of four part-time staff members, multiple volunteer-led committees, summer interns, a professional marketing/communications firm, and an independent technology contractor. The ED will serve as the face of the GLA to the public and will champion the organization locally and regionally, including developing strong relationships with members, donors, volunteers, local businesses, government agencies, and other watershed stakeholders. The ED will be responsible for all GLA administration, programming, marketing, communications, and outreach; oversee fundraising, member recruitment, and donor/prospect development efforts; and supervise all staff with the exception of the Watershed Biologist.

This new position reflects the GLA’s commitment to building a strong organizational and financial foundation for future growth and success. The board will look to the ED to lead the GLA’s operations, establish organizational policies and procedures as needed, identify future staffing needs, enhance the organization's visibility and reputation within the community, and increase revenue through membership, fundraising, and grants.

Read the full Job Posting, here.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] by December 18, 2024. Your resume should include all professional education and experience, dates of employment, position titles, and organization names. Within your cover letter or resume, please be sure to provide a description of your qualifications related to the Position Summary and Ideal Candidate Qualities & Attributes. In addition, please attach 2-3 writing samples, or links to online sources of your written work. References will be requested after the first interview round.

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Our branch banking roles offer a welcoming and inclusive team environment where you are empowered every day to help our customers achieve their financial goals.  Our branch colleagues have an opportunity to share ideas and voice opinions that directly impact our customers, our bank, and our communities for the better.  As a Customer Experience Banker Non NMLS, you are a Financial Concierge for our walk-in customers.  You are responsible for retaining and growing consumer and business customer relationships by proactively identifying financial goals and needs, recommending appropriate deposit, and other banking products and services. Processes customer transactions accurately and efficiently and balances daily while providing exemplary customer service.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED and minimum of 1 year customer service or military service in an administration, contracting, civil affairs, or similar role or a Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1  year or more in customer service in banking, financial services or goal driven retail sales.
  • Cash handling skills.
  • Comfort with technology such as mobile services and online banking services.

Location:

10210 South Front Street
Empire, MI

Hair Stylist + Nail Tech

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Glen Lake Salon is looking for a hair stylist and/or nail tech who can join current stylist/owner Sara in downtown Glen Arbor! A beauty specialist with at least one year of professional experience that can manage a diverse range of clients is needed. If accepted, the candidate will be responsible for managing hair/nail appointments, maintaining professional relations with clients, sanitizing work station between appointments, and other standard practices. In exchange, the stylist/technician will gain a competitive commission, flexible hours, and the thrill of creating the best team in Leelanau beauty!

Job Requirements:

•A cosmetology or nail tech license that meets regional requirements

•A high school diploma or GED

•Graduation from an accredited cosmetology program

•Customer service and communication skills

•Outgoing and friendly demeanor with clients

• Help answer the phone, check out & schedule clients

If interested, please call (231)334-3761 or email a resume to [email protected]

Work at Art's!

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Art’s Tavern is hiring outgoing, hardworking staff.
We offer on the job training, so no experience needed, but you must be 18 years or older. Our summer season is an awesome opportunity to make great money, meet new people, and have fun. Starting in May, our season extends into October. We are open 6 days a week, year round, with competitive pay, flexible hours, staff meals, and a fun working environment!

French Valley Vineyard & The Barn At French Valley are HIRING!!  

We are looking for fun, friendly, and responsible people to join our Tasting Room team. Our ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, sales-driven, and has a passion for hospitality. We are open 7 days a week, so hours and days are very flexible, but some weekends are expected. You will learn the ins and outs of our tasting room and help in all areas, including but not limited to wine bar service, table service, leading vineyard tours, sales transactions at the register, stocking of retail items and wine, and assisting in special events. Prior wine and/or service industry experience is helpful but not required.

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QUALIFICATIONS:
Must love to HAVE FUN! Excellent customer service and hospitality skills; Ability to interact in a positive way with fellow team members and managers; Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing traffic flow with consistency and enthusiasm; Appropriate appearance and demeanor; Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions; Ability to manage priorities and workflow

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Must be able to bend, squat, climb, push, stoop and crouch repeatedly, lift 40 lbs.; Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods as required by job duties; Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 20 per week

Please forward your resume and questions to :

[email protected] or https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2571fd497bc9106a

Thank You!

Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear

A partner of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear is filling two positions:

Part-time, year-round Administrative Coordinator to provide overall operational support to further our mission of historic preservation and interpretation of the park's historic sites. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, and creative individual to join our team. assisting with volunteer coordination, programs and events, bookkeeping, graphic design and marketing.

Part-time, seasonal to potential year-round Project Manager to contribute to the preservation, restoration and care-taking of historical structures within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Reporting to the Executive Director, the ideal candidate will be dedicated and dependable, with a passion for historic preservation (preservation carpentry skills are a plus), experience in construction project coordination, and a hands-on approach to executing preservation projects involving carpentry, masonry, painting, window repair, landscape restoration, roofing and other trades.

For complete job description and how to apply: https://phsb.org/about-us/jobs/

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Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse

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Come join our staff at Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse! We are looking for energetic & outgoing staff to join our restaurant for either Summer or Year-Round positions, including:
  • Server
  • Bartender
  • Bus Help/Server Assistant
  • Line Cook
  • Prep Cook
  • Dishwasher
  • Pantry Cook
  • Food Expeditor
With on-the-job training and opportunities to advance based on skill and performance, we proudly offer competitive wages, and a bonus incentive program.
To apply, please email: stephen@eatdrinkcurl.com
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Cherry Stop/Harbor View Lavender

This is our second summer in Glen Arbor, and we need your help! Our main lavender farm is on Old Mission, where we grow over six acres of lavender and produce most of our products. We also own The Cherry Stop, and we make the jams, condiments, and other products ourselves, too, with all local fruit. Both product lines are sold at the Glen Arbor store. If you’re looking to work for a place with high quality, local products (that smell and taste great!), look no further. We are open 10-6 daily and are offering full or part time in a relaxed, drama-free environment. Pay rate is determined by experience.

Please call Sonja with questions or email a resume: 231-632-1006, [email protected]

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Hiring All Positions at Blu, Fine Dining Restaurant

Seasonal and year-round positions available at the finest restaurant in Leelanau County. Fantastic earning potential for all positions with most kitchen jobs starting at $20 an hour. 
-Dishwashers
-Cooks
-Salad and dessert platers
-Host/Greeter
-Bussers (wage+gratuity)
-Bartender (wage+gratuity)
-Servers (wage+gratuity)
To apply please email [email protected]
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Cottonseed Apparel Sales Associates

Preparing for the busy year ahead by seeking to add some new shining faces to our team! We are looking for seasonal associates that are interested in fashion, enjoy working in a fast paced environment, and are eager to help customers through our 2024 season. What better location to work than in the heart of downtown glen arbor?!

If you think you would be a good addition to our team, please send a letter of interest or your resume to us at [email protected] we look forward to hearing from you!

Anderson's Market Glen Arbor

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Are you looking for a job that allows you the opportunity to meet and work with great people from all over the world while enhancing the experience of those that shop with us? You’ll find all that and so much more at Anderson’s Market!

Incredible people, great wages, flexible schedule, shift meals, associate discounts, fun, fast-paced environment!

FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS INCLUDE: Cashier, Deli, Stocker, Fruit/Veggie Aficionado (Produce), Cheese Island Coordinator, Sausage & Kabob Enthusiast (Meat Shop)

TO APPLY: www.andersonsglenarbor.com,on our FB page; In the store; or Email jamie@andersonsglenarbor.com

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RIVERSIDE CANOE TRIPS

Riverside Canoe Trips in Honor, Michigan is hiring for seasonal jobs in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Positions available include: Food Service/Ice Cream, Gift Shop/Retail, Drivers, Canoe/Kayak Haulers, Customer Service Represenative/Cashier.

Competitive wages, year end bonuses, housing opportunities, discounts on food and merchandise, canoe/kayak/ tube privileges. Please call (231) 325-5622 if you have questions. Email: [email protected]

You may apply online now at canoemichigan.com/jobs

Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor

Celebrating the beauty and spirit of northern Michigan in everything we make and do, Cherry Republic is the world's largest exclusive retailer of specialty cherry products and gifts, offering more than 200 items including cherry salsas, sauces, candies, dried cherries, baked goods, soda pop, and wine. At Cherry Republic we believe work should be fun! In fact, each of our Core Values touches on not only making our customers happy, but making our employees happy, as well. So in addition to a competitive medical benefits package, options for employee housing and your usual list of bennies (paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, etc.), we offer our staff extra perks too.

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To learn more and apply, visit: https://cherryrepublic.com/employment/

La Becasse

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La Becasse has been serving French fare for over 40 years! Everything is made from scratch and is a product you can be proud of. We are hiring for all positions for this summer, and some jobs are year round if that suits you. We are open Tuesday - Saturday, opening at 3 pm for happy hour and taking the last reservations between 8:30 and 9 p.m. All positions offered competitive wages.
To express interest, please either email [email protected] or call/text Chef Guillaume Hazael-Massieux at 231.640.0825
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Indigo Bluffs RV Resort and Campground

Come join our Team!

Indigo Bluffs RV Resort & Campground may be hiring for the 2023 Summer season.

Please contact Becky at 231-326-5050 or email [email protected]

Good Harbor Grill, Pinecone and Bakery

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Join our team! Many job opportunities available at the Glen Arbor Bakery, Pinecone and Good Harbor Grill. Employment starting early May through the early Winter season! Summer only positions available as well.

Candidates can apply here, https://www.goodharborgrill.com/employment

Text/Call Cady Hall by phone: (231)633-5121 email: [email protected] 

Leelanau Coffee Roasters

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Are you looking for a fun, energetic job and want to learn all about the world of specialty coffee? Join our team!

Leelanau Coffee Roasters is seeking baristas to work in the cafe in the Glen Arbor for the Summer and/or Fall seasons. Jobs to start as early as the beginning of May. Full and part time positions available. Competitive wages, cash tips, summer longevity bonus, store discount on merchandise and coffee beans, and all the coffee beverages you can drink.

Stop by the coffee shop or apply online at https://www.leelanaucoffee.com/employment/

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BAY WEAR

Seasonal Retailer • Part-time or Full-time

Great first time job or experienced retailer. No experience is necessary, Training Provided. Skills needed or taught will included: customer service, cashier/check-out and apparel folding. We are looking for someone happy to learn and good service, with a smile.

Please contact us at: [email protected]

Located at our headquarters in Glen Arbor, MI: 5919 S Ray St.

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Farm Hand

Jackson Station Livestock is seeking seasonal help on our small-scale family farm in Maple City, MI

Farm Hand/Farm Manager to aid in a variety of work on our small scale family farm where we grow seasonal flowers and veggies and raise livestock including Pigs, Cattle, Goats and Chickens. Work may include weeding, planting, watering, fencing, tree/plant management, feeding, operating tractors and using hand tools. Flexible hours, Competitive Pay based upon experience. Opportunity for growth.

Contact Kevin Jackson, (517)518-1961 to learn more and enjoy working outdoors!

Western Avenue Grill

NOW HIRING 

All positions are hiring: Bartenders, Hosts, Servers, Kitchen Staff
Apply online at www.westernavegrill.com
or call Sal at 231-835-1291
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The Homestead

The Homestead is a premier waterfront destination resort located in northwest, lower Michigan. Situated on one mile of Lake Michigan beach, The Homestead is surrounded by the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Guest accommodations include two small hotels, a rustic lodge, an historic inn and vacation homes and condominiums. Exquisite dining and superb recreational opportunities. await couples, families, corporate groups and wedding guests.

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The Homestead is seeking dependable individuals to fill the following full time and part time positions may include:

Dining Room Supervisors, Cooks, Bartenders, Servers, Ice Cream Shop Associate, Hostess/Host, Grocery Counter Staff/Retail Cashiers, Water Rental and Beach Associates, Pool Attendants, and  Beach Club Supervisors

Competitive pay based upon experience. Apply online at www.thehomesteadresort.com

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