Culinary Intern, Wolfgang Puck Catering / Bentonville, AR
About The Position
Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Culinary Intern to gain hands-on experience in the culinary and hospitality industry. 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 by providing exposure to professional chefs and food service leaders in a fast-paced, real-world environment. Wolfgang Puck Catering, founded in 1998, is known for setting the standard for culinary excellence and refined service in various events and hospitality services.
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
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
