Culinary and Hospitality Intern, FLIK Hospitality Group / Cambridge, MA

Compass Group•Cambridge, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The FLIK Culinary Internship Program is a paid program that gives culinary students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational kitchen culture. Working closely with culinary mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of culinary authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. We use fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to create memorable culinary experiences. The FLIK Hospitality Internship Program is a paid program that gives hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational hospitality culture. Working closely with hospitality mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. The FLIK service culture has our team members at its heart; we are in the business of creating emotion for our teams and guests alike.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and pursuing a Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts degree.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program and/or have 1 year of industry experience
Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship
Successful completion of sanitation standards training
Successful completion of relevant knife skills and/or Intro to Culinary coursework
Must be available to work 20 – 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality program and/or have 1 year of industry experience
Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship
Successful completion of relevant Intro to Hospitality coursework
Must be available to work 20 - 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements

Nice To Haves

College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.
College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.

Responsibilities

Rotate through FOH and BOH stations depending on location or operational needs. Duties may include working stations such as Pizza, deli, salad bar or grill and could include working in any BOH prep area.
Engage with guests and tailor plates to their dietary needs.
Review culinary and front-of-house standards.
Learn about wellness and sustainability initiatives.
Adhere to “platinum service” customer service standards.
Consistently practice safety and sanitation protocols.
Assist with catering events, including setup and execution.
Develop professional relationships and enhance interpersonal skills.
Rotate through different roles depending on location and operational needs. Duties may include: setting up and/or closing events or dining halls, cashier functions, coffee / barista and welcoming guests.
Provide consistently friendly and courteous service to guests.
Support catering events by setting up, arranging buffet stations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and managing cleanup.
Assist with marketing tasks, including signage, seasonal decorations, and food holiday communications.
Review catering and front-of-house standards.
Ensure compliance with company policies and client expectations.
Contribute individually and as a team member to support Culinary Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.
Contribute individually and as a team member to support Food service/ Hospitality Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.