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Blue Gate Hospitality
ATTN: Human Resources
105 E Middlebury St
Shipshewana, IN 46565
(260.768.4725)

Current Postions

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Host (Part-time)
Join our team at the Blue Gate Restaurant as a Host/Hostess. As a Host/Hostess, you will effectively communicate with guests from all over the country, from welcoming them upon arrival to thanking them as they leave. Your primary responsibilities are:
•	Greeting guests
•	Answering questions and providing information
•	Taking guests to their table with menus
•	Clearing tables
•	Operating a cash register
•	Communicating accurately, effectively, and professionally
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A Host/Hostess rotates stations with different responsibilities daily, which provides variety and helps develop new skills. A part-time host/hostess will work on Fridays and Saturdays, with the possibility of adding more shifts during our peak season. No Sundays! Adult wages start at up to $15.00 per hour. 

Host/Hostess Requirements:
•	Welcoming personality
•	An open schedule and a willingness to work when needed, including days, evenings, Fridays, and Saturdays!
•	Must communicate professionally with guests, co-workers, and managers
•	Must perform the job duties accurately and efficiently
•	Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including standing for an entire shift, bending and stretching, moving, and lifting 
•	Working as a successful part of the team
•	Must be at least 18 years old

The Blue Gate Restaurant is family-owned and operated! We offer a wholesome environment, discounts at all Blue Gate Hospitality properties, paid time off, flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, a 401 (k), and insurance for full-time employees.

Event Staff
Are you searching for a part-time change-of-pace job or want to get out of the house a couple of times per week? Do you want to be a part of the concert-going experience? Then, join The Blue Gate Theatre Event Staff at Blue Gate Performing Arts Center. As a valued event staff member, you will meet interesting people, attend concerts, and experience what happens behind the scenes - while getting paid!  

Our Performing Arts Center hosts headlining concerts by artists in various genres! From Brian Regan, Clint Black, Jeff Foxworthy, Jason Crabb, Joan Jett, Larry the Cable Guy, Lone Star, Michael W Smith, Newsboys, Travis Tritt, Switchfoot, ZZ Topp, and many more! 

As an Event Staff team member, you will: 
•	assist guests in the box office & will-call area
•	assist in set-ups
•	Check tickets
•	direct people to their seats 
•	help with post-show duties, including cleaning restrooms, sweeping, and picking up trash
•	host groups
•	seat guests
•	work in our concession area
•	other tasks as assigned by our managers

The event staff work part-time, two or three evenings per week, including Fridays and Saturdays, with the approximate hours of 6:00 pm until 11:00 pm. Pay starts at $15.00 per hour. 
To qualify for our Event Team, you should be computer/tech-savvy, self-motivated, a fast learner, work well under pressure, be good at problem-solving, be friendly, and be professional! 
The Blue Gate Theatre is a family-owned company comprising people working together to deliver a great experience to our guests! We offer a flexible schedule, advancement opportunities, insurance, paid time off, all Blue Gate property discounts, and a safe and fun work environment!
Kitchen Line (Part-time)
Join our team at the Blue Gate Restaurant to work on the kitchen line. In this fast-paced job, you will ensure that all plates are portioned properly, look professional, and leave the kitchen efficiently. Other responsibilities include:
•	Making salads and sandwiches.
•	Stocking and organizing the line.
•	Cleaning and sanitizing the workstation.
•	Preparing and making chicken.
•	Operating fryers.
•	Assisting with various kitchen tasks as assigned.

You could be a good fit for this position if you are detail-oriented and enjoy a fast-paced work environment.

You will be scheduled to work three evenings per week (our closing shift), including Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays! The hourly wage for adults starts at $16.00 per hour. Experience is not required, and we provide paid training. Our kitchen staff is cross-trained so that each person can build new skills and reach their full potential.

The Blue Gate Restaurant is a family-owned and operated company. We pride ourselves on giving our best effort to ensure each guest has a great experience. We offer a wholesome environment, flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, insurance, paid time off, 401 K, and discounts at all Blue Gate properties.

Kitchen Line Requirements:
•	Practice safe food handling.
•	Ability to perform the job's physical demands, including working in high-heat conditions, standing on your feet for long periods, bending, moving, reaching, and stretching.
•	Must be teachable with a desire to learn.
•	Work efficiently and accurately.
•	Must keep the workstation clean and organized.
•	Must be at least 18 years old.
•	Must be willing and available to work evenings, weekends (Fridays and Saturdays), and holidays.
Housekeeper
Join our team at the Blue Gate Garden Inn as a housekeeper. Housekeeping duties include cleaning guest rooms, hallways, public areas, and other assigned tasks. A housekeeper will work from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm with a 30-minute break off the clock five times weekly, including weekends. You must be available to work from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm any day, Sunday through Saturday.

Adult housekeepers start at $16.00 per hour with a $2.00 shift differential on Sundays. Saturdays and Sundays are required!

The Blue Gate Garden Inn is a family-owned and operated business. We pride ourselves on giving our best effort to ensure each guest has a great experience. We offer a wholesome environment, discounts at all properties, paid time off, flexible scheduling, a 401K, advancement opportunities, and insurance.

Requirements:
•	Must work on Saturdays and Sundays!
•	Work efficiently with accurate results.
•	Must be a motivated, self-starter who takes pride in their work.
•	Must be at least 18 years old.
•	Must work well on a team.
•	Professional and effective communication.
•	Must meet the physical requirements, including lifting 25 pounds, standing, bending, stretching, and moving the entire shift
Front Desk Receptionist
Join our Blue Gate Garden Inn team as a front desk receptionist. You will provide excellent customer care through effective communication and a professional demeanor. A front desk receptionist can positively impact our visitors and the team daily! Some duties include checking guests in and out, answering questions, assisting guests, and performing other assigned tasks. Each day brings smiles, the challenge to learn and grow, and the rewards of serving others! 

As a full-time front desk receptionist, you will work four or five weekly shifts, generally from 7:00 am until 3:00 pm, 1:00 pm until 9:00 pm, or 2:45 pm until 11:00 pm, but open availability is preferred! Saturdays and Sundays are required! Experience in an administrative environment or customer care is preferred! Hourly rates start at up to $16.00 per hour. 

Blue Gate Hospitality is a family-owned and operated company of people working together to deliver a great experience to our guests! We offer a wholesome work environment, advancement opportunities, paid time off, a 401k, and discounts to all Blue Gate properties!

Front Desk Receptionist Requirements:
•	Professional demeanor
•	Effective communicator
•	Excellent guest relations skills 
•	Must have basic computer skills, including the ability to learn and become proficient in required software
•	Desire to learn and grow
•	Must be at least 18 years old
•	Working on Saturdays and Sundays