Palette Bistro/Petoskey/Michigan

Palette Bistro
(Super Premium Summer Job 2026)

Employer Name: Palette Bistro
City:
 Petoskey
States:
Michigan

Reference: Inside The Kitchen at Palette Bistro in Petoskey

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Details

Position: Cook

Position Available: 1 position

Hourly wage: $14.00 per hour

Overtime details: Overtime is not guaranteed, but is paid at a rate of 1.5 times the hourly wage.

Estimated hours: 35 hours per week

Job Prerequisites:

  • Must be quick and diligent and willing to improve on the job.
  • You will be deft and able to follow instructions as well as all health and safety rules in the kitchen.
  • The ideal candidate will also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.
  • Organization skills are a must, able to follow directions and complete task quickly and safely.
  • Must be able to read English and do basic math skills to determine proper water temperature.

In addition to a strong command of English, this position is physically demanding and may require:

  • Ability to receive direction and perform responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to accept constructive criticism, especially when under pressure.
  • Must be able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised.
  • Standing and constant moving for long periods of time (up to 8 hours per shift).
  • Frequent bending and stooping.
  • Lifting up to 40lbs/18 kg.
  • Must possess a positive attitude and work well with other team members.

Job Description:

Specific duties may include but are not limited to any combination of the following:

  • Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products.
  • Complies consistently with company standards on portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, recipes, policies and procedures.
  • Prepares and portions food products prior to cooking.
  • Handle raw meats and maintain health and safety standards
  • Ensures quality of products served.
  • Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
  • Utilizes a wide range of kitchen tools and utensils, including but not limited to knives, grinders, broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers according the health and safety standards.
  • Performs kitchen maintenance tasks such as emptying the trash and washing dishes.
  • Promptly reports equipment and food quality or shortage problems to Kitchen Manager.
  • Maintains a clean workstation and assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen and all storage areas.
  • Monitors inventory levels to ensure product availability.
  • Graciously and quickly fulfills any guest request possible.
  • Completes opening and closing checklists.
  • Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
  • Completes additional duties as assigned by supervisor

English Required skills: Advance (A, B+, B, only)
Start Date:  May 18th – June 15th, 2026
End Date: September 7th, 2026

Housing Information

Housing assisted by: Employer

Housing type: Dormitory

Cost details: $150.00 per student per week

Distance between work site and housing: 1 -2 miles

Transportation details: Walk or Bike

Cultural exchange activities

  • Sky Bridge Michigan
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
  • Outdoor movie in Harbor Springs or Petoskey (seasonally)
  • Live entertainment in the downtowns of Harbor Springs (Street Musique on Thursdays), Petoskey (Petoskey Rocks on Fridays) and Boyne City (Stroll the Streets on Friday)

 

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