Culinary Intern, Wolfgang Puck Catering / Seattle, WA

Compass Group•Seattle, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about food and ready to take the next step toward a career in the culinary or hospitality industry? Join our Culinary Internship program and gain hands-on experience working alongside professional chefs and food service leaders in a fast-paced, real-world environment. As a Culinary Intern, you’ll be immersed in the day-to-day operations of contract food service, developing practical skills and industry insight that will set the stage for your future success. Wolfgang Puck has spent decades revolutionizing the dining and events landscape with one singular focus: exceeding expectations every time guests gather for a meal. Austrian-born Chef Wolfgang Puck founded Wolfgang Puck Catering in 1998, bringing best-in-class catering and event dining to spaces of every kind. Today, our team continues to set the standard for culinary excellence, carrying forward Wolfgang's legendary combination of innovative cuisine and refined service to the world's most renowned corporate, cultural, and entertainment clients. The hospitality services we provide are through social events, weddings, corporate events, workplaces, and private cheffing.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program
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

Nice To Haves

Ideal Candidates Will Have an Interest in One or More of the Following: Culinary, Baking, or Pastry Arts
Farm-to-Fork practices and sustainability in food service
Reducing the carbon “foodprint”
Food safety and quality assurance

Responsibilities

Support daily culinary operations including food preparation, service, and kitchen organization
Execute menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
Uphold food safety, sanitation, and uniform standards
Assist with receiving, storage, inventory, and purchasing
Contribute to guest service excellence, innovation, and problem-solving
Assist with catering and special events, from preparation and set up to execution.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Participate in associate learning and development activities
Gain exposure to the business side of food service, including financials and quality assurance