Live and work in the premier summer destination that is Northwest Michigan!
Welcome to the Pier Restaurant! A tribute to the rich maritime heritage of Harbor Springs, the Pier offers indoor and outdoor dining overlooking the basin of Lake Michigan's Little Traverse Bay. We serve our visitors a superb choice of fresh seafood, Great Lakes fish, steaks and creative takes on classic Northern Michigan dishes.
Harbor Springs is in the northwest region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, roughly 2 hours from Traverse City and 40 minutes southwest of the Mackinaw Bridge.
About Pier Restaurant
The Pier Restaurant is an iconic waterfront dining destination with views of Harbor Spring's yacht basin and Little Traverse Bay - a small, but mighty part of Lake Michigan.
The Pier's history starts from the early days of steamships and train tracks, withstanding the dark days of Prohibition, and brings us right into the 21st century, offering timeless respite and rejuvenation to everyone who crosses the threshold.
The building itself, a beautiful mishmash of many decades of expansion, holds a stockpile of stories and memories.
Everyone who has visited - from guests to community members to current and former employees - has a story about the Pier.
Some stories are wild, some are unbelievable, and some are just as sweet as can be.
Come to The Pier and find your own story.
The Employee Experience
Our mission at The Pier is real.
We aren't one of those companies that ask you to do as they say and not as they do. We truly do aim to provide exemplary hospitality towards our guests, offering superior quality food, beverag,e and entertainment, while also inspiring a responsible community presence. Jointly, our goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and cohesive environment for staff members to develop culinary and hospitality skills.
Guests matter. People matter. You matter.
Ideal Candidate
Prior experience? Good!
Love going above and beyond for guests? Great!
Optimistic attitude and fantastic coworker? Excellent!
If you checked all three boxes, you'll fit right in. :)
Room and Board
NEW! Our newest addition to our housing lineup - a large, beautiful multi-bed/bath house located right in town only a few short blocks from the restaurant - is now being reserved for CoolWorks culinary staff! Apply today for a chance to live and work in Harbor Springs proper!
The River House is fully booked for the 2025 season! It is a spacious 3-bedroom, 2 bath house with a large deck in the back overlooking the Crooked River. We currently have two single queen bedrooms and one master suite available, all first-come, first-serve.
The house is approximately 9 miles from the restaurant - just enough of a drive to listen to that favorite podcast or decompress after a busy day. Free on-site laundry and a full, shared kitchen with dishwasher make this a great space to stay.
The housing fee is $150 per week per person and includes all utilities, WiFi, etc. Basic bed linens are provided free of charge. Housekeeping and purchases of food and personal items are the responsibility of individuals staying there.
For campers, contact us about hookups for RVs and fifth wheels.
Employee Perks
- 401(k) with matching
- Michigan Earned Sick Time accruals
- 40% off of food when dining at our three other area restaurants
- Lodging discounts
- The opportunity to meet and work with great people
Getting Here and Getting Around
Uber and Lyft are not as reliable here as they are in more metropolitan areas, so the ideal candidate might either have their own vehicle or access to reliable transportation, such as bicycles, e-bikes, etc.
For Fun
Where to possibly start?
If you are someone who loves sandy beaches, beautiful sunsets, and enough entertainment to keep things interesting, Northern Michigan is the place to be!
Paddle the Great Lakes. Hike the dunes. Play at the casino. Check out a powwow. Hear some fantastic musicians. Eat great food. The list is endless.
You have to experience Northwest Michigan to really understand.
How to Apply
See our list of open positions HERE
Once you click Apply, you will be asked to complete the application and upload a resume. The application won't go through without a resume, so be sure to have yours ready.
Contact Info
- Beth Cottee
- beth.cottee@hishotels.com
- 231-347-6057 ext. 1014
- www.staffordspier.com
