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Employment opportunities
The Chippewa Hotel Waterfront believes in nourishing talent and commitment. Previous employees have achieved managerial status in every aspect of our operation and have also gone on to exciting and fulfilling careers within the hospitality industry and beyond.
Internship assistance is provided by all Managers in every field within the hotel trade, please indicate on your application if you intend to work towards a course requirement. All employees are eligible for our ‘Employee of the Month’ and ‘Employee of the Year’ award and are rewarded for their exceptional efforts.
Our annual employee boat cruise, the traditional end-of-year party, food & beverage discounts, and guest room discounts for family and friends are just some of the enjoyable aspects of working a season on Mackinac Island at the Chippewa Hotel Waterfront.
2022 Employee of the Year
We are pleased to announce that Ntombi Manikivana is our Chippewa Hotel and Lilac Tree Hotel Employee of the Year! Thank you for your dedication and hard work this season. It is employees like Ntombi that make the Chippewa and Lilac Tree two of the top hotels on the Island. Ntombi received a $300 bonus check and a $1.00/hr raise for the 2022 season. Congratulations and keep up the great work!
Employment Openings
We have numerous job opportunities available on Mackinac Island. Our season runs from the beginning of May thru October. We are currently only looking for Full Season Staff who are able to work from April 1st through October 25th, 2022 Please use our online employment application form to submit your employment interest.
Positions Available: Housekeeper, Food Runner, Food Expediter, Busser, Dining Area Attendant, Laundry and Dry Cleaning Attendant.
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Interested in working for The Chippewa Hotel Waterfront? Fill out the Employment Application