Culinary Associate at The Inn at Stonecliffe on Mackinac Island - Housing Available!

About the role

The Culinary Associate supports the daily operation of the kitchen at The Inn at Stonecliffe, a distinctive resort property on Mackinac Island. This role works closely with the culinary team to ensure the kitchen is clean, stocked, organized, and ready for service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation such as washing produce, portioning ingredients, labeling items, gathering product, and setting up prep areas
• Keep prep areas, storage spaces, coolers, and work areas clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Receive, rotate, label, and store food and supply deliveries
• Support the culinary team by gathering ingredients, organizing mise en place, and restocking items during service
• Auxiliary duties include transporting food, supplies, and equipment between kitchen, storage, and service areas
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional back of house environment
• Communicate product needs, storage issues, or cleanliness concerns to culinary leadership
• Complete other culinary support tasks as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen, food service, stewarding, or hospitality experience preferred, but not required
• Strong work ethic and willingness to assist wherever needed
• Attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety
• Dependable attendance and positive attitude
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items as needed in a kitchen environment
• Flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

About Schulte Hospitality Group

Schulte Hospitality Group is a hospitality management company with a portfolio of hotels, resorts, restaurants, and hospitality businesses across the country. At The Inn at Stonecliffe, Schulte provides operational support, resources, and leadership while allowing the property to maintain its unique identity and guest experience.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work at a distinctive resort property on Mackinac Island
• Supportive team environment
• Seasonal employment opportunities
• Training and development
• Employee focused workplace culture
• Competitive pay
• Housing opportunities may be available based on position and season
• Access to company benefits and programs based on eligibility
• Specific benefit details will be reviewed during the interview process

Work Environment

This position works primarily in kitchen, storage, dish, and back of house areas. The role requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and working in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The Culinary Associate must be comfortable working around food, kitchen equipment, cleaning products, and changing service needs.

Benefits & Company Support

• DailyPay
• Telemedicine and virtual mental health care
• Health and life insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance resources
• Marketplace discounts

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Inn at Stonecliffe and Schulte Hospitality Group are Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all team members.