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Interested in working at our estate winery on Old Mission Peninsula? Please see below for upcoming employment opportunities! We are now hiring for multiple seasonal and year-round positions. Our general application may be submitted in person or via email to the contact listed with each position. 

Mari Vineyards Employment Application
 

 

KITCHEN ASSISTANT MANAGER
Mari is looking for an individual to fill our new full time Kitchen Assistant Manager Role.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Ordering and scheduling
  • Responsible for a busy, fast-paced kitchen with a limited menu
  • Overseeing five to six kitchen staff
  • Able to step into any operational role within the kitchen
  • Must be a leader by example and a working member of the team

Qualifications:

  • Familiar with Michigan’s safety and sanitation requirements
  • Must be ServSafe Food Handler certified
  • Must have at least two years of kitchen experience and at least one year in a management position
Compensation & Perks:
  • SIMPLE IRA with Company matching program after qualification period
  • Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance for Full-Time, year-round employees
  • Discounts on Mari wine, food, and merchandise
  • Marketable knowledge and training in food and wine 
If you are interested in working at Mari Vineyards, please fill out the form above and email it to our Kitchen Manager, Tina, at tina@marivineyards.com.

KITCHEN STAFF
Mari is hiring flexible part-time Kitchen Staff (24-32 hours week/average).

Position Responsibilities:

  • Preparing/plating food for guests, prepping food for other shifts
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen
  • Maintaining expected presentation of Tasting Room and Kitchen areas
  • Ability to work weekends and some holidays
  • Opportunity to work some events
  • Assist Kitchen Manager in maintaining proper inventory for food operations
  • Knowing Mari food products and services proficiently

Qualifications:

  • Previous kitchen experience welcomed but not required                                      
  • A desire to increase knowledge about food and wine
  • Work well in a group/team environment and can be supportive of other team members
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to cope with a changing work environment
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • Ability to spend most of the day on your feet (8+ hours)
Compensation & Perks:
  • Competitive hourly wage with tip sharing
  • SIMPLE IRA with company matching program after qualification period
  • Marketable knowledge and training in food and wine 
  • Great discounts on Mari wine, food, and products
  • Opportunity to cross train in other areas of the winery when available

If you are interested in working at Mari Vineyards, please fill out the form above and email it to our Kitchen Manager, Tina, at tina@marivineyards.com.

KITCHEN DISHWASHER/BUSSER
Mari is hiring flexible part-time Dishwasher/Bussers (24-32 hours week/average).
 
Position Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the day-to-day operations of our kitchen
  • Clearing and cleaning customer tables
  • Operating dish machines 
  • Keep dishwashing station and surrounding area clean 
  • Keep Tasting Room and serving areas supplied with clean glassware 
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, maintaining expected presentation of Tasting Room and Kitchen areas
  • Ability to work weekends and some holidays
  • Opportunity to work some events
  • Knowing Mari food products and services proficiently

Qualifications:

  • Works well in a group/team environment and can be supportive of other team members
  • Ability to cope with a changing work environment
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • Ability to spend most of the day on your feet (8+ hours)
Compensation:
  • Competitive hourly wage with tip sharing
  • SIMPLE IRA with Company matching program after qualification period
  • Marketable knowledge and training in food and wine 
  • Great discounts on Mari wine, food, and products
  • Opportunity to cross train in other areas of the winery when available
     
If you are interested in working at Mari Vineyards, please fill out the form above and email it to our Kitchen Manager, Tina, at tina@marivineyards.com.

 

TASTING ROOM SERVER
We are seeking self-starters who have the passion and drive to be a part of the continued success of our Tasting Room on Old Mission Peninsula. Ideal candidates will be interested in wine, outgoing, organized, self-motivated and disciplined individuals. Full and Part time seasonal positions are available. Ideal candidates will have availability into the summer/fall seasons, with possibility of year round employment.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Be the first face greeting guests, and assist in directing & answering questions regarding our winery, tasting room, and kitchen/food program
  • Be professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly with all guests.
  • Perform wine tastings and assist guests with wine purchases
  • Serve both small parties and large groups
  • Provide table service to guests, including wine, flights, and food
  • Accurately use the point of sale system to transact sales and maintain tasting room inventory
  • Answer questions about, promote our wine club, process sign ups, and assist in packaging
  • ID guests to ensure each is of legal age to consume alcohol
  • Ensure tasting room and inventory areas are clean, neat, and stocked at all times
  • Perform housekeeping of tasting room, restrooms, patios, storage, and break areas
  • Perform opening and closing checklist duties 
  • Attend mandatory staff training 

Qualifications:

  • Wine appreciation & desire to continually learn
  • Must have strong verbal communication skills and the ability to articulate product information to guests
  • Ability to provide consistent hospitality while communicating Mari's mission
  • Ability to establish priorities and work independently
  • Interpersonal awareness and relationship management skills
  • Strong organizational ability, exceptional attention to detail, and follow-through
  • Availability to work holidays and weekends through the end of fall, and extended hours in order to complete the job
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to stand, move, or walk for extended periods of time
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly
  • Availability through mid-November 2023 preferred
  • 1-3 years of hospitality, winery, or server experience preferred
  • Must be 18 or older
Compensation:
  • $10/hour base pay (with tips, peak season hourly rate ranges from $22 to $30)
  • Cash and credit card tips
  • SIMPLE IRA with Company matching program after qualification period
  • Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance for Full-Time, year-round employees
  • Sales incentives for Wine Club sign ups
  • Discounts on Mari wine & food (age applicable)
If you are interested in working at Mari Vineyards, please fill out the application and email it to our Tasting Room Manager, Andy Jacobson, at andy@marivineyards.com.