Restaurant Server at Lodge at Leathem Smith – Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Join the team at Lodge at Leathem Smith, a beautiful 13-acre lakeside resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, where you'll work as a Restaurant Server / Busser at one of the region's busiest event venues. With 60+ weddings hosted every year, there's never a dull moment — and your wallet will thank you for it.
You'll earn a base wage of $4/hr as a server (with direct tips from guests) or $8/hr as a busser (with tips shared from coworkers). Most students walk away with over $700 per week after tips. Hours range from 32 to 40 per week, with overtime paid after 40 hours.
The resort's General Manager, Milan from Serbia, started his own journey as a J-1 student in 2015 and is available 24/7 to support you. Housing is guaranteed — a fully equipped six-bedroom house just one block away — and you'll even get a free bike to get around town.
Highlights:
- 💰 Earn $700+ per week including tips
- 🏠 Free employer-provided housing, 1 block from work
- 🚲 Free bike for every student
- 🍽️ Free food after banquets + 50% menu discount
- ⛵ Free activities: boating, fishing, movie nights & excursions
- 🎉 Twice-monthly free social events organized for all international students in the area
- 🏙️ Less than 50 miles from Green Bay; vibrant local arts, festivals & dining scene
- ✅ No prior experience needed — 1–2 weeks of paid training provided
- 👨💼 Supportive management with J-1 experience
If you want to earn great money, make lifelong friends, and experience authentic American hospitality in a safe and welcoming community, Lodge at Leathem Smith is your perfect Work & Travel destination!
