Leavenworth's economy today is built largely on tourism, but agriculture is also very important for the area. There are a wide variety of Leavenworth jobs to choose from.
Businesses in the area include: shops, restaurants, hotels, bed and breakfasts, wineries, fruit growers and packers, ski resorts, golf courses, and grocery stores. There is also a large Safeway on Highway 2 in Leavenworth.
Available Leavenworth jobs may include: housekeeping, cooks, food servers, bussers, bartenders, cashiers, musicians, and hotel guest services. Seasonal work may also be available at local ski areas, fruit picking and packing businesses, and river rafting and tubing businesses.
Due the popularity of the area, many businesses fare well in Leavenworth despite challenging economic times. Starting a new business or buying an existing business in Leavenworth can be a great opportunity!
Leavenworth is also within commuting distance of the larger city of Wenatchee, which has about 30,000 residents.
Leavenworth is part of the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee Metropolitan Statistical Area, which has a total population of about 110,000 residents.
Government jobs with local cities, Chelan County, public utilities, and school districts may also be available. High speed Internet is available in Leavenworth, which enables some residents to work remotely.
