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Last Updated: March 24, 2026

  • Full & Part Time

    Bird Creek Farms is hiring bartenders, servers, and kitchen staff. Known for its great food, beer garden, and welcoming atmosphere, Bird Creek offers a great service oriented opportunity and great work environment. Experience is a plus, but training is available to the right candidates. Apply today!and be part of a great crew!

  • Blue Spruce and Lucky Horseshoe Motel is seeking seasonal part-time housekeeping staff for the upcoming season. Experience is preferred but not required. Apply below and join a friendly team in a welcoming environment and help create a clean, comfortable stay for guests visiting beautiful Port Austin.

  • Seasonal - Full Time & Part Time

    Dark Sky Lodge & Tavern is seeking dependable, enthusiastic team members to fill positions for cooks, servers, bartenders, hostesses, bussers, dishwashers, and groundskeeper. This unique destination offers overnight lodging with a rustic tavern experience filled with great food, scenic views, and outdoor adventure. Apply below or submit and application on their website.

  • Dirty Time Landscaping is looking for hardworking individuals to join their team! Full & Part-Time Positions Available. Competitive Wages. No Weekends or Holidays. Sick Pay

    Requirements: Must be able to stand/sit for long periods, lift 50 pounds, commute to Port Austin, pass a background check

    Apply below or on their website.

  • The Huron County Nature Center is now accepting applications for a Summer Visitor Center position for the 2026 season. The paid internship runs from late May through late August and offers a valuable opportunity for someone interested in environmental education, conservation, and nonprofit operations.

    Located between Caseville and Port Austin, the Nature Center provides visitors with scenic walking trails, educational exhibits, and information about local wildlife and natural habitats along Michigan’s Lake Huron shoreline.

    The selected intern will serve as the primary on-site representative during scheduled shifts. Responsibilities include opening and closing the Visitor Center, welcoming guests, answering questions about trails and exhibits, assisting with gift shop sales through a Point of Sale system, providing general information about the local area, and maintaining a clean and inviting facility.

    Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and comfortable working independently. This position is especially well-suited for college students studying environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, education, or related fields. Board members live nearby and are available by phone if support is needed.

    This internship provides hands-on public engagement experience in a peaceful outdoor setting while serving visitors to one of Huron County’s natural treasures.

    Fill out an application below, or email Jim Warchall at jwarchall@comcast.net for more information.

  • Port Austin Market (IGA) is looking to fill positions for cashiers and deli counter staff. Join a friendly, community-focused environment. Experience is preferred but not required. Apply below and be part of a great local business!

  • Lakeside Motor Lodge is seeking housekeeping staff for the upcoming season. Experience is preferred but not required. Apply below and join a friendly team in a welcoming environment and help create a clean, comfortable stay for guests visiting beautiful Port Austin.

  • Lake Street Local is now hiring for all positions! They offer a flexible schedule, competitive wages. No experience necessary. Apply here or stop in for an application.

  • Full Time & Part Time

    Discover exciting career opportunities at Meijer of Bad Axe by viewing current job openings and applying online through their official website. At Meijer, team members are offered more than just a job — they’re given the tools to grow personally and professionally, with a focus on leadership development and community involvement. If you’re ready to be part of a company that values its team like family, supports your career goals, and makes a difference in the local community, Meijer of Bad Axe is the place for you. Start your journey here!

  • PAK’s Backyard is looking for a working Coffee Bar Manager for our 2026 Summer season.

    The Coffee Bar offers a full range of espresso drinks and coffee items. We operate mornings, 7:00am-12:00pm, seven days a week from late June thru Labor Day weekend.

    It’s a seasonal fast paced work environment. Weekends, including holidays, are required. Training will be provided.

    If you’d like to work as part of a small team, have fun, and experience great customers, they’d love to have you apply here or on their website.

  • Seasonal - Full Time & Part Time

    PAK’S Backyard is seeking cooks, servers, bartenders, hostesses, bussers, and dishwashers for the upcoming season. This is a fun and fast-paced work environment with live events, regular activities, and a great team atmosphere. Located in a prime location right on the water, PAK’S is the perfect place for anyone looking for a rewarding and memorable opportunity. Apply below or submit and application on their website.

  • Port Austin Express is seeking a dependable full-time cashier. This position involves customer service, handling transactions, and maintaining a clean and organized gas station environment. Apply now and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, this is a great opportunity to be part of a local business that serves the Port Austin community.

  • Seasonal - Full Time & Part Time

    Port Austin Kayak is hiring kayak launchers and retail sales associates for the upcoming season! Enjoy working on the water in one of the most scenic spots in the Thumb, all while being part of a fun, team-oriented environment helping customers gear up for unforgettable outdoor adventures.

    This is a great opportunity to spend your summer outdoors with a friendly and energetic crew. Apply below or submit and application on their website and be part of the adventure!

  • Simms Still & Stogies has immediate openings for kitchen staff. Join their team as a head cook, line cook, or prep cook and bring your magic to their menu! Starting at $17 per hour. Higher pay based on experience.

    Requirements: Previous kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety, strong teamwork skills, reliable and punctual.

    Apply here or send resumes to simms@garfieldinn.com.

  • Full Time & Part Time

    The Landing Tavern is looking for reliable servers and bartenders to join their team! Located in a prime location, they offer a busy, upbeat atmosphere with great customers and a supportive, welcoming staff. Whether you're experienced or looking to grow in the industry, this is a great opportunity to be part of a fun and fast-paced environment. Apply today!

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