SEASONAL, NOW THROUGH JANUARY | WAGE: $15/HR | CHOOSE 2–5 DAYS PER WEEK

Join our team at Bavarian Inn Restaurant!

Behind every famous Bavarian Inn Family Style Chicken Dinner is a hardworking kitchen team keeping our guests' favorite dishes hot, fresh, and ready to serve!

We're hiring Evening Food Service Team Members to help portion and replenish side dishes like mashed potatoes, noodles, dressing, gravy, and vegetables during dinner service, then clean and prepare the kitchen for the next day.

Choose the days that work for you! Commit to 2–5 days per week, and we'll establish a consistent weekly schedule based on your availability and our staffing needs. No kitchen experience required — we'll train you!

Position Details

• Wage: $15 per hour
• Shift: 2pm–11pm
• Schedule: 2–5 consistent days per week, based on YOUR availability
• Seasonal, with potential for continued employment based on performance

What You'll Do

• Portion hot side dishes and keep food moving efficiently during dinner service.
• Replace food pans, restock supplies, and maintain proper temperatures, portions, and presentation.
• Work alongside kitchen team members to keep service running smoothly during busy periods.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and workstations, complete closing tasks, and prepare for the next day.

Basic Requirements

• Dependable attendance and availability for agreed-upon 2pm–11pm shifts
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift, bend, reach, and lift food pans and supplies
• Comfortable working in a busy kitchen and following food safety procedures
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and willingness to learn

Uniform: Black pants, black slip-resistant shoes, and a white collared shirt or chef coat.

Team Member Perks

Enjoy free meals during scheduled shifts, free Bavarian Blast Waterpark admission, time and a half pay on holidays, Bavarian Inn dining and retail discounts, flexible scheduling, up to $1,000 in referral incentives, and more!

FROM HELLO TO HIRED – APPLY TODAY!

Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for an interview! Walk-in interviews are available Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

*Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Join the team behind the tradition — Create Enjoyable Experiences with us!

Food Production & Kitchen Prep Team Member

SEASONAL: 3–5 DAYS/WEEK NOW THROUGH JANUARY | SHIFT: 8AM–4PM

WAGE: $15-$17 based on experience

Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy hands-on work in a busy kitchen?

Bavarian Inn Restaurant is hiring Food Production & Prep Team Members to help prepare the homestyle favorites our guests know and love! From chopping vegetables and preparing signature recipes to assembling sandwiches, arranging platters, and portioning foods, you'll play an essential behind-the-scenes role in keeping our high-volume kitchen ready for service.

We're looking for reliable team members who work efficiently, follow recipes carefully, and take pride in preparing quality food. This is a physically active position involving a variety of hands-on and repetitive food preparation tasks.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and cube vegetables, potatoes, and other ingredients for use in our signature recipes.
• Prepare sauces, pasta salads, macaroni and cheese, and other menu items following established recipes and procedures.
• Remove cooked chicken from the bone for use in soups, salads, and other recipes.
• Cook, chill, and prepare pasta and other ingredients for cold salads and side dishes.
• Assemble sandwiches, fruit and vegetable platters, and other foods prepared ahead of service.
• Measure, portion, and organize ingredients and prepared foods for cooking and service.
• Operate commercial food preparation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas while following food safety procedures.
• Work closely with kitchen team members to support smooth and efficient daily food production.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Reliability: Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. Your team counts on you to keep daily food preparation on schedule.
• Consistency & Attention to Detail: Ability to follow recipes, measurements, and preparation instructions to maintain consistent food quality.
• Experience: Previous food preparation, restaurant, or commercial kitchen experience is required.
• Efficiency & Teamwork: Ability to stay focused, perform repetitive tasks accurately, and work independently or alongside other team members.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk throughout an 8-hour shift, perform repetitive cutting, peeling, bending, and reaching, and safely lift and move food products and supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Availability: Must be available to work 3–5 days per week, including weekends and holidays, and commit to seasonal employment until January 2027.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Free meals during scheduled shifts
• Time and a half pay on holidays 
• Free waterpark access
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous team member discounts
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000 per eligible referral
• Opportunities for training and advancement

UNIFORM: Black work pants, white polo or chef coat, and black slip-resistant shoes.

FROM HELLO TO HIRED – APPLY TODAY!

Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for an interview! Walk-in interviews are available Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

*Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Create Enjoyable Experiences, one ingredient at a time!

Production Cook – Large Batch Cooking

WAGE: $17/HR | SHIFT EXAMPLES: 9AM–5PM, 11AM–7PM, 1PM–9PM

Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and take pride in preparing great food the right way, every time?

Bavarian Inn Restaurant is hiring a Production Cook to prepare the homestyle favorites served with our famous Family Style Chicken Dinners! You'll prepare large batches of our signature sides, including mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, noodles, and vegetables. By following our established recipes, you'll deliver the consistent flavor and quality our guests know and love.

This is a hands-on, physically active cooking position where reliability, consistency, and attention to detail are essential. We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, follows recipes carefully, and can keep up with the demands of a busy, high-volume kitchen.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Prepare and cook large batches of our signature side dishes, following established recipes and procedures to ensure consistent flavor, texture, and quality.
• Manage cooking schedules and production quantities to ensure food is ready for busy meal periods.
• Operate commercial cooking equipment, including large steam kettles, mixers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Regularly lift, carry, and maneuver large pans of prepared food weighing up to 50 pounds, following safe handling procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas while following food safety procedures.
• Work closely with kitchen team members to support smooth and efficient daily food production.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Reliability: Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. Your team counts on you to keep food production running smoothly.
• Consistency & Attention to Detail: Ability to follow recipes precisely, maintain quality standards, and produce the same great results every time.
• Experience: Previous cooking experience in a restaurant, commercial kitchen, cafeteria, or high-volume food production environment is preferred.
• Independence & Teamwork: Ability to stay focused, manage multiple batches, and work efficiently both independently and with others.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk throughout an 8-hour shift, regularly lift and maneuver pans of prepared food weighing up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive stirring, bending, reaching, and lifting. Must be comfortable working around hot food and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Availability: Ability to work 3-5 days per week, including weekends and holidays.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Free meals during scheduled shifts
• Time and a half pay on holidays
• Free waterpark access
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous team member discounts
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000 per eligible referral
• Opportunities for training and advancement

UNIFORM: Black work pants, white polo or chef coat, and black slip-resistant shoes.

FROM HELLO TO HIRED – APPLY TODAY!

Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for an interview! Walk-in interviews are available Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

*Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Create Enjoyable Experiences, one batch at a time!

• Host Pretzel Rolling Experiences: Prepare the room and supplies, greet guests in the lobby, and welcome them into the experience. Dressed in Bavarian attire and in character, you'll teach guests to roll and fold their own pretzels while bringing the pretzel story to life.
• Bake & Deliver: Bake and package the guests' pretzels after the experience and deliver their finished creations for them to enjoy.
• Host Beverage Tastings: Lead occasional Bourbon, Wine & Beer Tastings while sharing product knowledge, stories, and traditions with guests.
• Set Up & Clean Up: Prepare tables, dough, guest materials, products, and supplies before each experience, then clean, break down, and return the room and equipment afterward.

• A natural entertainer! Outgoing and engaging, with confidence speaking to groups, telling a story, and interacting with guests while in character.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable independently managing an experience from setup through clean-up.
• Previous hospitality, culinary, teaching, public speaking, or performing experience is a plus — but not required!

• Stand/walk for the duration of approximately 3-hour experiences, including navigating stairs and an elevated presentation platform.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs., including cases of product and experience supplies.
• Move, set up, and take down 8-foot folding tables and other equipment; bend and reach during setup and clean-up.

Are you mechanically inclined, skilled at repairs, and love figuring out how things work?

Bavarian Inn Restaurant is hiring a Maintenance Technician to handle day-to-day repairs, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance across our busy 90,000-square-foot property — including three commercial kitchens, 12 dining rooms, a full-scale production bakery, and six retail shops.

We're looking for someone who's hands-on, resourceful, and confident tackling a variety of maintenance challenges, from commercial kitchen equipment and plumbing to electrical and general building repairs. Our Maintenance Team takes pride in doing the job right — with quality workmanship, teamwork, and a little good humor along the way!

WAGE: $20–$25/HR BASED ON EXPERIENCE

FULL-TIME + BENEFITS & PART-TIME AVAILABLE

SHIFT EXAMPLES: 7AM–3PM | 12PM–8PM

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen and bakery equipment, including fryers, ovens, dish machines, and other mechanical systems.
• Building Maintenance: Perform plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general facility repairs.
• Respond to Service Calls: Investigate maintenance concerns, identify problems, and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Preventive Maintenance: Inspect, service, and maintain equipment and building systems to help prevent breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Teamwork: Work independently on familiar repairs and collaborate with maintenance leadership on more complex projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Previous hands-on experience troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing mechanical equipment and building systems required.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose problems and determine effective repairs
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with mechanical equipment, plumbing, electrical components, building repairs, and hand/power tools
• Independence & Dependability: Ability to prioritize service calls, work independently, and follow through on repairs in a busy environment.
• Availability: Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk throughout an 8-hour shift, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• No specialized certifications required! Experience with commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration, or HVAC is a plus, but not required.

UNIFORM: Black work pants, collared button-down maintenance shirts, and sturdy work boots. All uniform items are provided by Bavarian Inn Restaurant, including a $250 annual work boot allowance!

TEAM PERKS

Enjoy time-and-a-half pay on select holidays, insurance benefits, paid time off, flexible scheduling, up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement, and up to $1,000 in referral bonuses for each eligible hired referral. Plus, enjoy team member discounts, free meals during scheduled shifts, free waterpark access, and more!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for an interview! Walk-in interviews are available Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

*Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Bring your skills to our team and Create Enjoyable Experiences with us!

Do you enjoy meeting new people, staying organized, and making others feel welcome? Bavarian Inn Restaurant is looking for friendly, dependable individuals who take pride in providing exceptional hospitality!

As a Host or Hostess, you'll be one of the first people our guests meet, helping create a warm welcome and memorable dining experience. With thousands of guests visiting on our busiest days, our Host Team plays an important role in keeping our dining rooms running smoothly.

HOURLY WAGE: Starting at $16.50/hr, based on experience

PART TIME: 16–35 hrs/wk

SHIFT EXAMPLES: 9:30am–4pm; 12pm–7pm/9pm; 4pm–Close

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Welcome and seat guests with friendly, professional service.

Coordinate seating arrangements, reservations, and guest flow throughout our dining rooms.

Communicate with servers, managers, and fellow team members to ensure smooth dining room operations.

Assist with large groups, waitlists, and special guest requests.

Bus, clean, and reset tables to maintain a welcoming dining environment.

Stay organized and composed while managing multiple priorities during busy shifts.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Experience: Previous experience in customer service, hospitality, restaurants, retail, or other customer-facing roles preferred.

Communication: Friendly, professional, and comfortable interacting with guests and coworkers.

Organization: Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a busy environment.

Dependability: Reliable, punctual, and available to work weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfortable standing/walking for shifts of 8+ hours.

UNIFORM / COSTUME:

Our Host Team wears traditional Bavarian attire as part of the guest experience. Two costume styles are available:

Dirndl Costume: Dirndl, blouse, apron, and flower halo provided. Team members supply slip-resistant shoes.

Vest Costume: Vest, tie, and hat provided. Team members supply black dress slacks, a white collared button-down dress shirt, and slip-resistant shoes.

TEAM MEMBER PERKS:

Flexible scheduling

Free meals during scheduled shifts

Free waterpark access

Team member discounts throughout Bavarian Inn properties

Up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement

Up to $1,000 in referral bonuses for each eligible hired referral

Additional team member benefits and perks!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for an interview! Walk-in interviews are available Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734

**Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Help us create enjoyable experiences, one guest at a time!

Café & Bake Shop Barista

Bavarian Inn Restaurant – Frankenmuth, MI

• Seasonal: 15–40 hours per week | Wage: $15/hr
• Shift Examples: 8am–4pm; 11am–7pm; 12pm–9pm; 3pm–Close

Fresh-baked favorites and handcrafted espresso beverages—served with a smile and Bavarian hospitality!

Be part of the action where guests are welcomed by a full bakery case of fresh breads, pastries, and sweet treats. You’ll guide them through their selections, package their favorites, and prepare handcrafted espresso-based beverages along the way.

This is a fast-paced, high-energy shop—especially during our busiest days—where staying positive, organized, and guest-focused makes all the difference.

What You’ll Do

• Create a warm, guest-first experience with every interaction
• Guide guests through our bakery case—suggesting favorites and helping them discover something new
• Pull items from the case and package them neatly and efficiently
• Prepare and serve espresso-based beverages
• Operate the register and complete transactions accurately
• Keep the bakery case stocked, rotated, and visually appealing
• Restock products, supplies, and merchandise throughout the shift
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace (counters, equipment, displays)
• Follow food safety and freshness standards
• Support other Castle Shop locations as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, positive, and genuinely enjoys interacting with guests
•  Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Able to stay organized and keep up during busy rushes
• Strong attention to detail when packaging and preparing items
• Team player willing to jump in and help where needed
•  Reliable and ready to work
•  Barista, retail, or food service experience is helpful—but we will train

Team Member Perks

• Free meals while working
• Bavarian Blast Waterpark access
• Discounts across Bavarian Inn properties
• Flexible scheduling
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000)
• Referral bonuses (up to $1,000 for each hired referral!)
• Growth Opportunity
• Time and a half pay on select holidays

From Hello to Hired

If you are interested in this position or others at Bavarian Inn Restaurant, you may apply online or visit our Team Services office in person. Office hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm. Open interviews are held daily as time permits. Apply today to create enjoyable experiences with us!

Bavarian Inn Restaurant, 713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

**Enter using the marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building.

We also offer up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement, up to $1,000 in referral incentives when you refer a friend to work with us, free meals when you are on the clock, plus many other great team member perks!

No Experience? No Problem! We'll Train You!

Join our Bavarian Inn Restaurant team! You'll process guest payments for our busy dining rooms, prepare alcoholic and specialty beverages, and provide friendly food and beverage service at our Michigan on Main bar. Previous cashiering or bartending experience is not required but would be welcome. $14/hour base pay plus $10-$50 per day in additional tips.

Basic Qualifications:

• Accurate cash handling is a must
• Must be able to stand/walk for 8+ hours
• Must be able to perform continual light to moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling – up to 50 pounds

Uniform: Black dress slacks, black slip resistant shoes, and polo shirt. 

How to Apply? If you are interested in this position or others at Bavarian Inn Restaurant you may apply online — or even better, visit our Team Services office in person! Office hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, with on-the-spot interviews conducted whenever possible. Apply today to create enjoyable experiences with us!

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734
**Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

We also offer flexible scheduling, up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement, up to $1,000 in referral incentives hired friend you refer, free meals when you are on the clock, plus many other great team member perks!

Job Summary:
Responsible for setting and cleaning tables plus tidying the lobby, beverage stations, and dining areas throughout the shift. Supports servers and service staff with drink refills, clearing tables, and guest requests. Assists with the setup of large parties and communicating which areas of the restaurant are ready to be seated in order to ensure timely turnover of tables. In addition to these tasks, dining room assistants clean menus between guests and return them to the host desk, clean highchairs and booster seats between each use, rolls silverware sets, and other tasks related to the efficiency of the dining room.

Basic Requirements:

• 16+ years of age or older
• Ability to lift weights up to 50lbs + stand/walk for shift of 8+ hours.
• Must be available Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor during stressful and/or busy times.

How to Apply?

If you are interested in this position or others at Bavarian Inn Restaurant you may apply online — or even better, visit our Team Services office in person! Office hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, with on-the-spot interviews conducted whenever possible. Apply today to create enjoyable experiences with us!

BAVARIAN INN RESTAURANT, 713 S MAIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734
**Enter using marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building

Position Summary

Great food deserves great service—even when it's enjoyed at home. As a Takeout Clerk, you'll create enjoyable experiences by ensuring every order is accurate, complete, and served with the friendly hospitality Bavarian Inn is known for. Whether you're helping a family pick up dinner, assisting a guest with menu questions, or delivering a curbside order with a smile, you'll play an important role in every guest's experience.

Pay & Schedule

·         Wage:  $12.00/Hour + Tips
In addition to hourly wage, Takeout Clerks earn an average of $30-$60 in tips per shift.

·         Part Time: 15-35 hours per week

·         Typical Shift Times: 10:30am-4pm; 4pm-9:30pm; 12pm-7pm

Key Responsibilitie

• Welcome guests in person and over the phone with friendly, genuine hospitality.
• Take guest orders, answer menu questions, and make recommenations
• Learn our menu, ingredients, and common allergens to confidently assist guests.
• Accurately enter orders into point of sale system and communicate special requests or allergies to kitchen.
• Carefully review every order for accuracy, quality, and completeness, ensuring entrées, sides, beverages, condiments, utensils, and special requests are included before it leaves the restaurant.
• Package orders to maintain food quality, keeping hot foods hot and cold foods cold
• Deliver orders to guests inside the restaurant or through curbside pickup.
• Process guest payments accurately and responsibly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area.
• Work together with fellow team members to ensure orders are prepared and delivered on time.
  

Team Member Perks

• Free meals while working
• Bavarian Blash Waterpark access
•  Discounts across Bavarian Inn properties
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $10,000!
• Referral Bonuses - up to $1,000 for each hire!
• Flexible Scheduling
  

What We're Looking For

You'll likely enjoy and succeed in this role if you:

• Love helping people and creating positive guest experiences.
• Take pride in getting the details right and ensuring every order is accurate.
• Enjoy learning and are excited to become knowledgeable about our menu, ingredients, and common allergens.
• Stay organized and dependable, whether helping one guest or several at once.
• Enjoy working as part of a team to create enjoyable experiences.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age (alcohol sales).
• Previous customer service, cashier, or restaurant experience is helpful, but not required.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of your shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Uniform

Black dress pants and black slip-resistant shoes are required. A Bavarian Inn blue polo shirt is provided.

Apply Today!

Ready to join our team? We'd love to meet you! Apply online or stop by our Team Services Office in person Monday-Saturday from 9am-5pm. On-the-spot interviews are available daily as scheduling permits.

Bavarian Inn Restaurant
713 S. Main Street
Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Please enter via the marked "Team Member Entrance" staircase at the rear of the building.

Love working with dough, fillings, and from-scratch recipes? Join our bakery team at Bavarian Inn Restaurant and help create the pies and pastries our guests come back for year after year.

We’re looking for a skilled pie and pastry baker who takes pride in consistency, quality, and working in a fast-paced, high-volume bakery.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare from-scratch pies, fruit fillings, crusts, and dessert bars
• Work with doughs for items like strudels, butterhorns, and pastries
• Follow and adjust recipes based on daily production needs
• Use commercial bakery equipment including mixers, ovens, and pie presses
• Slice, package and prepare finished items for guest sale.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with pie production, pastry baking, or scratch baking
• Comfortable working with doughs, fillings, and high-volume production
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to stand for full shifts and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a warm bakery environment
• Strong math skills for measurements and scaling

Why Join Our Bakery Team

• Up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000
• Free meals while working
• Free Bavarian Blast Waterpark access for team members
• Discounts across Bavarian Inn properties
• Opportunities to grow within our bakery and culinary teams
• Supportive, team-focused work environment

Hello to Hired - Apply Today!

If you are interested in this position or others at Bavarian Inn Restaurant you may apply online or stop in and visit our Team Services office in person. Office hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm. We offer on-the-spot interviews conducted whenever possible. Apply today to create enjoyable experiences with us!

Bring photos of your work if you have them—we’d love to see your pies or pastries!

Address:

Bavarian Inn Restaurant, 713 S Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

(Enter using the marked “Team Member Entrance” staircase at the rear of the building.)

PAY, SCHEDULE & PERKS

DETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOP

• Wine & Beer Shop: Help guests discover exceptional beverages from around the world. Featuring one of Michigan's largest selections of German beers, Michigan craft beverages, imported wines, and specialty drinks. We even offer daily wine samples!
• Royal Gift Shop: Over 5,000 treasures from much-loved collectibles to authentic German items, including steins and nutcrackers. You'll also find trendy clothing, beautiful jewelry, contemporary artwork, crystal, and unique gifts for every occasion.
• Doll & Toy Shop: A wonderland of toys and dolls for kids of all ages! Build-your-own dolls, Middleton newborns, Hello Kitty merchandise, Schleich figurines, planes, trains, and so much more.
• Castle Shop Bakery: Freshly baked breads, Stollen, German tortes, gourmet pretzels, pies, coffeecakes, cookies, gourmet foods, cookbooks, unique gifts, and takeout favorites.
• Candy & Chocolate Shop: House-made chocolates, fudge, brittles, gourmet apples, nostalgic candies, sugar-free selections, and a wall filled with jellybeans in every flavor.
• Souvenirs & Cheers Shop: Fun, nostalgic, and uniquely Bavarian souvenirs and collectibles guaranteed to bring a smile.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet guests with genuine Bavarian hospitality
• Assist guests with merchandise selection and product recommendations
• Learn about our specialty merchandise to confidently answer guest questions
• Process transactions accurately, including cash and credit card payments
• Stock merchandise and maintain attractive, organized displays
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and guest-ready

QUALIFICATIONS

• 16+ Years of Age
• Previous retail and/or customer service experience strongly preferred
• Friendly, outgoing personality with excellent communication skills
• Comfortable learning about specialty products and making recommendations
• Basic math skills and accuracy with cash handling
• Ability to operate computer-based cash register

HELLO TO HIRED - APPLY TODAY!

Enjoy great team perks, including up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement, up to $1,000 in referral incentives for each hired friend you refer, free meals during scheduled shifts, free Bavarian Blast waterpark access, generous team discounts, and more!

JOIN OUR TEAM AT BAVARIAN INN!

We're looking for a dedicated Dock Worker to join our team. In this hands-on role, you'll unload delivery trucks, organize inventory, and maintain clean, safe storage areas throughout our facility. Your efforts help ensure our team always has the right items in the right place, allowing us to create enjoyable experiences for our guests!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receiving Duties: Unload delivery trucks, inspect incoming products, verify quantities, and report discrepancies or damaged items.
• Inventory Management: Properly store and rotate products in coolers, freezers, dry storage areas, and other designated areas.
• Storage Organization & Safety: Maintain clean, orderly, and safe storage areas. Ensure products are properly stored, labeled, and rotated to maintain freshness, prevent spoilage, and meet food safety standards.
• Facility Cleaning: Perform routine and deep cleaning of the receiving dock, coolers, freezers, stock rooms, and other designated storage areas. Tasks include cleaning floors, walls, shelving, storage racks, equipment exteriors, and other surfaces.
• Security and Safety: Safeguard the integrity of all inventories by maintaining proper security and handling protocols. Protect and prioritize handling of perishable goods to prevent loss, damage, or spoilage.
• Deliveries: Perform daily local deliveries and pick up requests as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Previous experience in receiving, warehouse operations, commercial cleaning, or food service is helpful but not required.
• Dependability: Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to perform a variety of hands-on tasks.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and alongside other team members in a busy environment.
• Driving: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be willing and able to obtain a chauffeur's license within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to regularly lift and move 50+ pounds; stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout an 8-hour shift. Must be comfortable working in refrigerated and freezer environments.

UNIFORM: Black work pants, black slip resistant shoes, collared button-down short sleeve shirt.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested in joining our team? Apply online or stop by our Team Services office for a walk-in interview!

Office Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm

Location:

Bavarian Inn Restaurant

713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

(Enter using the marked "Team Member Entrance" staircase at the rear of the building.)

Know your way around a commercial fryer and enjoy staying busy? Join the kitchen team behind some of Bavarian Inn Restaurant’s most popular dishes!

Our Fry Cooks work in a busy, high-energy kitchen to prepare hot, consistent, high-quality food for our guests. We’re looking for someone who can stay focused under pressure, communicate with the team, and work with a sense of urgency to keep orders moving. Commercial fryer experience is preferred, but we’ll also consider someone with restaurant kitchen experience who can quickly learn the station.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare fried menu items according to established recipes, cooking times, and quality standards
• Safely operate commercial fryers and monitor cooking temperatures
• Coordinate multiple orders while maintaining proper timing and food quality
• Keep your station clean, stocked, and organized
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards

What We’re Looking For

• Commercial fryer or professional cooking experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of fryer operation, safety, temperatures, and timing—or the ability to learn quickly
• Able to stay focused and organized in a fast-paced kitchen
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and ready to work as part of a team
• Willing to learn our menu, recipes, and kitchen procedures

Basic Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 3+ months of restaurant or commercial kitchen experience; fryer experience preferred
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and remain standing or walking throughout the shift
• Comfortable working around heat, hot oil, and commercial cooking equipment

Uniform: Black pants, black slip-resistant shoes, and a white collared shirt or chef coat

Team Member Perks

Enjoy free meals during scheduled shifts, time-and-a-half holiday premium pay, free Bavarian Blast Waterpark admission, discounts across our Bavarian Inn properties, flexible scheduling, paid onboarding, up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement, up to $1,000 in referral incentives, and many other great team member perks!

How to Apply

Apply online, stop by our Team Services office, or call us at 989-652-7215 to learn more or schedule an interview. Interested in another position at Bavarian Inn Restaurant? We’d be happy to discuss our other available opportunities, too!

From Hello to Hired – Walk-in Interviews Welcome!

Bavarian Inn Restaurant – Team Services Office
713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Monday–Saturday | 9am–5pm

We hope to speak with you soon!

Seasonal: 15–30 hours per week | Wage: $15/hr

Typical shifts: 11am–7pm; 12pm–9pm; 3pm–Close

Be part of the team behind our famous family-style chicken dinners. As a Kitchen Team Member, you’ll help plate and prepare meals, maintain quality and temperature, and keep service running smoothly in a high-volume kitchen serving thousands of guests each day.

Enjoy free Bavarian Blast Waterpark access, team member discounts across our properties, flexible scheduling, free meals while working, time and a half holiday premium pay, up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement, and up to $1,000 in referral incentives.

Growth Opportunity

Start here and build your kitchen career. Many of our team members grow into roles such as Fry Cook, Line Cook, Prep/Production Cook, and Kitchen Supervisor.

What You’ll Do

• Hot Line (Steam Table): Buffet style food line primarily focused on hot sides accompanying our famous Family Style Chicken dinners: mashed potatoes, gravy, buttered noodles, vegetable, and of course the chicken! Team members are responsible for the maintenance of temperatures and quality of food items in addition to monitoring and portioning of serving sizes to be taken out to guests. Openly communicates with dining room servers requesting food items while maintaining constant communication with cooks as to needs for additional items.
• Cold Prep, Salads & Desserts: Buffet style food line focused on the cold sides accompanying our famous Family Style Chicken dinners: coleslaw, cranberry relish, pasta salad, side salads, and ice cream. Team members are responsible for maintaining temperature and quality of food items as well as monitoring and portioning of serving sizes to be taken out to guests. This position is also responsible for preparing batches of coleslaw, pasta salad, etc. in addition to plating cold plates such as salads, sandwiches, and desserts for presentation to guests.

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and ready to work
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to quality, consistency, and presentation
• Weekend and holiday availability required

Schedule

• Must be available Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays
• Some weekday daytime availability is also needed at this time
• Shift times vary based on business needs, including daytime, evening, and closing shifts (typically ending between 10pm–11:30pm)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for 8+ hour shifts
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds

Uniform: Black dress/work pants, black slip-resistant shoes, and a white collared shirt or chef coat

From Hello to Hired: Walk-In Interviews Welcome

Bavarian Inn Restaurant – Team Services Office

713 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth

Monday–Saturday | 9am–5pm

Apply online or stop in for an on-the-spot interview!

Part Time (20-40 hours per week)

Bavarian Inn Restaurant   |   Frankenmuth, MI


Ready to take the next step in your culinary career?

Join our dynamic kitchen team — the heart of the haus — where teamwork, tradition, and pride come together. Our Line Cooks build on their culinary experience to work multiple stations, plate quality dishes, and help keep the line running strong. 

At Bavarian Inn Restaurant, each season brings a different rhythm. Our current slower "off season" pace allows time for hands on training, learning our systems, and perfecting techniques. As we move closer to the holidays, our kitchen shifts into a fast paced, high-volume environment serving 3,000+ guests daily. We're looking for a Line Cook who can grow into the role now — and confidently handle the heat when the kitchen is at full speed.

What You'll Do

• Cook and prepare menu items across multiple stations (grill, sauté, fry, broil)
• Plate dishes with consistency and attention to detail
• Help maintain food quality, timing, and kitchen standards
• Support your team and keep service running smoothly
• Keep your station clean, stocked, and organized

What We're Looking For

• Some kitchen experience required (line or high-volume preferred)
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation
• Ability to stay organized and keep pace during busy service
• Team-focused with a strong work ethic
• Ready to grow and take on more responsibility

Pay & Schedule

• Wage: $17.25-$19.25 per hour
• Full Time & Part Time Options (20-40 hours per week)
• Typical Shifts: 11am-7pm; 2pm-10:30pm; 12pm-8pm

Team Member Perks

• Free meals while working
• Bavarian Blast Waterpark access
• Discounts across Bavarian Inn properties
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $10,000!
• Referral Bonuses - up to $1,000 for each hire!
• Flexible Scheduling

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Minimum of 6+ months kitchen experience, high volume preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong multitasking, time management, and attention to detail.
• Able to follow recipes and adapt to menu changes.
• Capable of standing for 8+ hours and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

If you are excited about this opportunity, or any other position at Bavarian Inn Restaurant, apply online or visit our Team Services office in person. Office hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm, with open interviews offered daily as time permits!

Location:

Bavarian Inn Restaurant, 713 S Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.

Enter using the marked "Team Member Entrance" staircase at the rear of the building.

Join our Bavarian Inn Restaurant team and create enjoyable experiences with us!

• Pre-soak or scrape off food residue from dishes
• Safely sort and stack dirty dishes.
• Load dirty dishes into racks to be sent through the machine.
• Operate dish machines, ensuring all dishes, pots, pans, glassware, and silverware are cleaned and sanitized.
• Unload clean dishes and dish racks after running through the machine. Return sanitized items to their proper locations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dishwashing area.
• Monitor and replenish dishwashing detergents and cleaning supplies as needed. 
• Inspect and ensure dishwashing equipment is functioning properly; report any maintenance issues.
• Dispose of kitchen waste and recycling appropriately.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen floors, walls, and equipment.
• Help with organizing and storing kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent contamination and accidents.
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning tasks to ensure the dishwashing area is ready for the next shift.