Culinary Intern, Restaurant Associates / Houston, TX

Compass Group•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Associates is seeking passionate individuals for its Culinary Internship program. This program offers hands-on experience in contract food service, working alongside professional chefs and food service leaders. Interns will gain practical skills and industry insight in a fast-paced environment, contributing to exceptional culinary and guest experiences. Restaurant Associates is a premier, chef-driven hospitality company with a reputation for culinary excellence, unmatched service, and a commitment to wellness, sustainability, and technology.

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