Join our kitchen team as a dishwasher at The Blue Gate Restaurant in Shipshewana, Indiana. As a dishwasher, you will efficiently clean and wash dishes, flatware, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment while maintaining a safe and organized work area. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of bus carts, tubs, the dish machine, and garbage containers. Other responsibilities include maintaining the entire dish room area as sanitary and orderly as possible, including the dishwashing machine, mats, and sinks. A dishwasher will also polish the dishwasher and perform nightly closing duties and tasks as assigned by your managers.

Dishwasher Requirements:
 •  Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including standing for an entire shift, bending, stretching, moving, and lifting. 
 •  Must agree to work the closing shift, including Fridays and Saturdays.
 •  Must work efficiently and perform well within a team environment.
 •  Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently.
 •  Communicate professionally and effectively.  
 •  Must be at least 18 years old. 

As a dishwasher, you will work up to five times a week, including Saturdays and our closing shift, 4:00 pm until finished (possibly midnight). Your work hours will vary. No Sundays! We offer paid training, with adult hourly rates starting at $14.00 per hour.

The Blue Gate Restaurant is family-owned and operated. 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, advancement opportunities, a 401 k, and insurance for full-time employees. 

Join our kitchen team as a food prep worker at The Blue Gate Restaurant. We are a busy restaurant located in the heart of Amish country, welcoming visitors from all over the country. We are focused on teamwork and delivering a consistent, high-quality product. Your effort will ensure that guests enjoy a good meal and leave with a smile.

Food prep workers' responsibilities include the following:
 • Preparing food.
 • Following recipes.
 • Making simple dishes.
 • Assembling and plating meals.
 • Cleaning and sanitizing your work area.
 • Other tasks as assigned.

Experience in the food industry is helpful but optional. We cross-train all team members to provide them with the knowledge and skills to work in all areas of our kitchen. 

As a food prep worker, you'll work four or five times per week, including Fridays and Saturdays (required). We have a day shift working up to 4:00 pm, and a 2nd shift working from 2:00 or 4:00 pm until the kitchen closes. Open availability is preferred! Adult wages range from $16.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour, based on industry experience and availability.

Food Prep Worker Requirements:
 • Safe food handling practices.
 • Willingness to work when needed until closing.
 • Prepare food properly as trained and instructed.
 • Must be at least 18 years old.
 • Must be able to consistently lift, hold, and move up to 50 pounds.
 • Ability to stand on your feet and move the entire shift.
 • Must be teachable with a desire to learn and grow.
 

Blue Gate Hospitality 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, discounts at all properties, paid time off, advancement opportunities, a 401 (k), and insurance for full-time employees.

Join our team at the Blue Gate Garden Inn as a housekeeper. Housekeeping duties include cleaning guest rooms, hallways, and public areas, as well as other assigned tasks. A housekeeper will work from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with a 30-minute off-the-clock break five times weekly, including weekends. Saturdays and Sundays are required!
 
As a housekeeper, you work up to five shifts per week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Pay starts at $16.00 per hour with a $2.00 shift differential on Sundays. 
 
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 401 (k) plan, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive insurance.
 
Requirements:
 • Working on Saturdays and Sundays is required!
 • 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

Blue Gate Hospitality is seeking a laundry attendant to efficiently and accurately maintain the flow of soiled and clean laundry out of the Blue Gate Garden Inn. A full-time laundry attendant will work five weekly shifts from 7:00 am until 3:00 pm, including Saturdays and Sundays. The daily hours may vary during the slow season. 

Laundry attendant pay starts at up to $15.00 per hour, with a $2.00 shift differential on Sundays. We pay biweekly. Working on the weekends is required! 

Requirements:
 • Must be able to meet the physical aspects of the job, which include lifting 40 pounds, pushing/pulling loads of laundry, and standing for an eight-hour shift
 • Must be available to work on Saturdays and Sundays 
 • Desire to be a part of a team
 • Must be teachable with a willingness to learn and follow instructions.
 • Must work accurately and efficiently
 • Must be at least 18 years old

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

Blue Gate Garden Inn - Shipshewana, IN
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Blue Gate Garden Inn is hiring a Front Desk Receptionist who takes pride in service, professionalism, and personal growth. This role is ideal for someone who wants to develop strong customer service and leadership skills in a structured, team-focused environment.

Schedule & Pay:
 • Up to 5 shifts per week
 • 2:00PM-11:00PM
 • Must be available to work on Saturdays & Sundays
 • Up to $16.00/hour

What You'll Do:
 • Create a welcoming first impression for every guest
 • Check guests in and out efficiently
 • Handle questions and resolve concerns with professionalism
 • Maintain a clean, organized front desk and lobby
 • Support daily operations and team success

What We're Looking For:
 • Professional, dependable, and guest-focused
 • Strong communicator with attention to detail
 • Motivated to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility
 • Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Requirements:
 • At least 18 years old
 • Weekend availability required
 • Basic computer skills

Why Build Your Career with Us:
Blue Gate Hospitality is a second-generation, family-owned company built on strong core values. Here, you're not just a number; you're part of a team that invests in you, supports your growth, and promotes from within.

Benefits:
 • Paid time off
 • 401(k)
 • Advancement opportunities
 • Employee discounts

Be part of a team that creates memorable experiences for guests at special events. Join us as a Banquet Server at the Blue Gate Restaurant, a themed destination restaurant in Shipshewana, Indiana. In this role, you'll serve groups at events and gatherings, helping deliver excellent food and warm hospitality in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
 
Banquet serving is a part-time, year-round position with flexible scheduling and strong earning potential.
 
What You'll Do:
 • Set up banquet rooms and event service areas
 • Plate and serve food to large groups efficiently and accurately
 • Deliver hot dishes promptly and professionally
 • Assist with event breakdown and cleanup
 • Complete side work and support tasks as needed
 • Work closely with a team to ensure smooth service during events
 
What We're Looking For:
 • Experience working at events, banquets, or large group service is preferred
 • Strong teamwork and communication skills
 • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
 • Guest service mindset with a positive, high-energy attitude
 • Ability to work well under pressure
 
Requirements:
 • Must be at least 18 years old
 • Must be available to work, days, nights, weekends (including Fridays & Saturdays), and holidays
 • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
 • Able to stand for long periods, bend, reach, stoop, and work in a fast-paced environment
 • Must follow a themed dress code:
    ○ Women: Amish-style dress with apron
    ○ Men: Black pants and button-down shirt
    ○ Tattoos must be covered
 • Must actively practice teamwork and professionalism
 
What You Can Expect:
 • Flexible, part-time, year-round schedule
 • Competitive earning potential (up to $20/hour, including wages and gratuities)
 • A fast-paced, fun, team-focused environment
 • Opportunities for advancement
 
Blue Gate Hospitality is a second-generation, family-owned company built on strong core values. Here, you're not just a number; you're part of a team that values you, supports you, and works together to serve guests with excellence and care.
 
We offer:
 • Wholesome work environment
 • Paid time off (vacation pay)
 • 401(k) plan
 • Employee discounts at all Blue Gate properties
 • Advancement opportunities

Blue Gate Hospitality is searching for a 1st shift baker to work at the Blue Gate Bakery (7:00 am until 3:00 pm). This person will assist our bakers in producing a variety of delicious goods, including bread, cakes, cookies, and pies. Experience baking at a commercial bakery or restaurant is required!

As a baker, you will work five weekly shifts, including Saturdays (required). Pay starts at up to $17.00 per hour based on experience.

Baker Requirements:
 • A background in making baked goods from scratch
 • An understanding of measurements and multiplying ingredients
 • Must be able to perform the job's physical requirements, which include standing for an entire shift, lifting 50 pounds or more, bending, stretching, etc.
 • Ability to work independently and follow instructions
 • Accuracy and efficiency in the products you produce
 • Must be at least 18 years old
 • Must have their own transportation to and from work.

At Blue Gate Hospitality, we pride ourselves on giving our best effort to ensure each guest has a great experience. We offer a wholesome environment, discounts at all Blue Gate Hospitality properties, insurance, vacation pay, flexible scheduling, a 401 (k), and advancement opportunities.