Culinary Intern, Bon Appetit / San Francisco, CA

Compass Group•San Francisco, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bon Appetit Culinary Internship Program is a paid program that gives hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational kitchen culture. Working closely with culinary mentors, Bon Appetit interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Bon Appétit is an on-site restaurant company offering full foodservice management to corporations, universities, museums and specialty venues. Based in Palo Alto, California, Bon Appétit operates more than 1,000 cafes in 33 states for dozens of marquee clients.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts and/or Hospitality Management.
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

College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation 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 customer service standards.
Consistently practice safety and sanitation protocols.
Assist with catering events, including set-up and execution.
Develop professional relationships and enhance interpersonal skills.
Contribute individually and as a team member to support Culinary Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.