Baking & Pastry Intern, Wolfgang Puck Catering / Bentonville, AR

Compass Group•Bentonville, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Baking & Pastry Intern to gain hands-on experience in a professional pastry environment. This internship offers immersion into the day-to-day operations of contract food service, developing practical skills and industry insight. The program is designed to set the stage for future success in the culinary or hospitality industry, with opportunities for mentorship and learning about the business side of pastry operations.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Baking & Pastry Arts.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional baking & pastry or culinary program
Meet university’s GPA requirement for internship
Successful completion of sanitation standards training
Must be available to work 20 - 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements

Nice To Haves

Interest in Culinary, Baking, or Pastry Arts
Interest in Farm-to-Fork practices and sustainability in food service
Interest in Reducing the carbon “foodprint”
Interest in Food safety and quality assurance

Responsibilities

Apply classroom knowledge and baking fundamentals in a hands-on, professional pastry environment
Prepare baked goods, pastries, and desserts in support of daily operations, while assisting with seasonal specialties and menu innovation.
Assist with pastry production for catering functions, special events, and high-volume service periods
Uphold food safety, sanitation, and uniform standards
Assist with ingredient receiving, storage, inventory management, and product rotation
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Participate in associate learning and development activities
Gain exposure to the business side of pastry operations