Position: Winery Kitchen Assistant
Location: Lake Leelanau, Michigan
Job Type: Part-Time/Seasonal (Flexible scheduling available)
About Us:
At 45 North Vineyard & Winery, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through thoughtful hospitality, quality wine, and a welcoming atmosphere. Our winery kitchen plays a key role in that vision, serving artisan charcuterie boards, fresh flatbreads, and light seasonal fare in a relaxed setting.
Position Overview:
We’re looking for a reliable, team-oriented Kitchen Assistant to join our tasting room crew. This role supports our kitchen operations with food prep, light cooking, dishwashing, and maintaining a clean and compliant work environment. If you love working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly — and enjoy a beautiful winery setting — we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble charcuterie boards and prepare light fare such as flatbreads and baked goods
- Assist with food prep in accordance with kitchen needs
- Wash dishes and maintain a clean, organized kitchen at all times
- Follow all Michigan food safety and sanitation requirements
- Support front-of-house staff with bar backing or running food when needed
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior kitchen or prep experience is a plus
- ServeSafe certification is helpful but not required — we’ll train the right person
- Willingness to assist outside of the kitchen during slower hours
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Dependable, punctual, and positive attitude
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
Perks:
- Work in a scenic, supportive environment
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee discounts on wine and merchandise
- Tips shared for FOH support duties
To Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief note about why you're interested in joining our winery team. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lake Leelanau, MI 49653: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person