Kitchen Helper at The Lighthouse Restaurant – Mackinaw City, Michigan
Join the team at The Lighthouse Restaurant, a fine-dining seafood spot in the heart of Mackinaw City, Michigan — one of the state's most popular summer destinations. Situated right where two of the Great Lakes meet, this is the perfect base for an unforgettable Work & Travel USA summer.
As a Kitchen Helper you'll be the backbone of a busy, high-energy kitchen: washing dishes, preparing food items, keeping prep areas spotless, and making sure service runs smoothly every night. No previous experience is needed — just energy, reliability, and a willingness to work hard alongside a diverse international team.
The employer has welcomed over 1,000 Exchange Visitors in the last 10 years, so they truly understand what international students need. Housing is guaranteed and within walking distance of work, and you'll enjoy perks like restaurant discounts, Starbucks discounts, ferry tickets to Mackinac Island, and access to local attractions.
- 💰 $13.73/hr — overtime paid after 40 hours
- ⏱ 32–40 hours/week (peak season: late June–September)
- 🏠 Guaranteed employer housing — dorm-style, walking distance to work
- 🍽 Discounts at all employer-owned restaurants including Starbucks
- ⛴ Discounted ferry tickets to iconic Mackinac Island
- 🎡 Discounts on mini-golf, zipline, and water park
- 🏰 Historic sites, weekly fireworks, parades, music festivals nearby
- ✅ No previous experience required
- ✅ No drug test required
If you want a summer full of work, adventure, and cultural experiences right on the shores of the Great Lakes, this is your opportunity!
