Culinary Internship - Chicago

Hornblower•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Position Summary: The successful Culinary Intern is technically competent in food preparation and production, contributes to general galley operations and works in conjunction with the sous chef, participates in managing back-of-the-house cruise execution to ensure consistently high levels of quality, service and guest sanitation satisfaction while maintaining a high level of profitability. The right person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower’s RESPECT Service SystemDuties and Responsibilities: Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests following our RESPECT Service System (RSS)Participate in the development of strong teamwork within the staffPrepare high-quality food following prescribed recipes and production specificationsReceive and store food and supplies using proper food-handling techniques including stock rotation and monitoring temperatures of perishable productsAssist in routine cleaning of galley including daily cleaning of equipment and implements, sanitizing food preparation surfaces, and mopping floorsMaintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standardsMaintain buffet areas in accordance with food training manualDevelop positive working relationships with city department heads and peersResolve guest service issues, in conjunction with the on-duty Restaurant Manager, utilizing strong guest service skills and exercising diplomacy in keeping with company objective of guest retentionEnsure that all staff consistently follows and adheres to all health department sanitation codes and requirements thereby maintaining the Company’s strict standards of sanitationAdditional job duties as assigned

Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program
Must be available to work 20 - 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential
Will be closely supervised; must be able to take direction
Must be able to effectively understand and convey written and verbal information to coworkers and guests
Must possess a service orientation –actively looking for ways to help others
Will work for extended periods without sitting
The nature of the work may be strenuous, and the work environment may be warm
Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods
Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays
Must meet minimum state age requirements

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests following our RESPECT Service System (RSS)
Participate in the development of strong teamwork within the staff
Prepare high-quality food following prescribed recipes and production specifications
Receive and store food and supplies using proper food-handling techniques including stock rotation and monitoring temperatures of perishable products
Assist in routine cleaning of galley including daily cleaning of equipment and implements, sanitizing food preparation surfaces, and mopping floors
Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards
Maintain buffet areas in accordance with food training manual
Develop positive working relationships with city department heads and peers
Resolve guest service issues, in conjunction with the on-duty Restaurant Manager, utilizing strong guest service skills and exercising diplomacy in keeping with company objective of guest retention
Ensure that all staff consistently follows and adheres to all health department sanitation codes and requirements thereby maintaining the Company’s strict standards of sanitation
Additional job duties as assigned