Culinary & Hospitality Interns, FLIK / Fidelity Investments / Smithfield, RI

Compass Group • Smithfield, RI

117d • $20

About The Position

Flik Hospitality Group is hiring immediately for Culinary & Hospitality Intern positions. This paid internship program offers culinary and/or hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic food service operation, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from hospitality professionals. Interns will rotate through various kitchen and front-of-house roles, preparing menu items, engaging with guests, and supporting catering events. The program emphasizes culinary authenticity, sustainability, and leadership, providing interns with a comprehensive understanding of the food service and hospitality industry.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary and/or hospitality 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/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 documentation can be provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items across all kitchen stations.
• Rotate through various stations: pizza/pasta, deli, salad bar, grill, and international cuisine.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Pay of $20.00 per hour.
• Free meals, uniforms, and laundering service available at select locations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: No Education Listed