Culinary/Pastry Externship - Summer 2026

Nemacolin Career•Farmington, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Here at Nemacolin, our associates know to “Expect the Unexpected” – You have come across the career opportunity where entertainment and excitement are the job description. This position must be committed to making every experience memorable all while having fun and relishing the incredible atmosphere of the resort. Prepare items as specified on menus in a professional manner. Maintain equipment in a professional manner, take inventory and place orders for assigned station. Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.) Entry-Level culinary experience required Ability to follow standardized recipes Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Servsafe Certification preferred Consistently aspires to fulfill our core Company values (Respect, Integrity, Passion, Teamwork, Accountability, Caring, Loyalty & Trust) Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively Ability to easily adapt to organizational and environmental changes Must be flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in a clean uniform and following company Dress Code Policy

Requirements

Entry-Level culinary experience required
Ability to follow standardized recipes
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Consistently aspires to fulfill our core Company values (Respect, Integrity, Passion, Teamwork, Accountability, Caring, Loyalty & Trust)
Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively
Ability to easily adapt to organizational and environmental changes
Must be flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in a clean uniform and following company Dress Code Policy

Nice To Haves

Servsafe Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Properly execute as a member of the line staff by working constantly and cohesively in a variety of cooking methods to assure timeliness, efficiency, and product integrity
Accountable for guest satisfaction by ensuring Nemacolin food standards are met; address guest concerns in a timely and efficient manner and implement/uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
Possess general knife skills
Maintain cleanliness and organization in all work areas
Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures
Report all equipment problems and maintenance issues, known safety hazards, or unsafe practices and procedures to supervisor immediately
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
Willing and timely execution of other duties as delegated by leadership
Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, sit, balance, reach, bend, push, pull and walk for prolonged periods
Must have the ability to work for extended time periods in an environment with extreme heat and/or cold.
If applicable, must have the ability to work for extended periods of time in an outdoor environment, including sun, heat, cold, wine, rain, and higher than normal noise levels.
Ability to use sharp knives safely and proficiently.
Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment safely and proficiently.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
Ability to lift, carry, pull and push up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout a shift
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and fume hazards

Benefits

Attractive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal hours
Family medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Employee and educational assistance program
Up to 40% off Retail, Spa, Activities, Food and Beverage at the Resort
On-site uniform and dry-cleaning services
Discounted meals during breaks in associate break areas
Wisteria Associate Community- Wisteria is Nemacolin’s way of showing our appreciation to our associates. This neighborhood is exclusive to associates and contains a Pub, Market, and Fitness Center. As a member of Team Nemacolin, you’ll enjoy these exclusive amenities.
Associate Recognition programs- Nemacolin realizes that our associates help to set us apart from other organizations in the industry through their commitment to providing exceptional service and their ability to consistently exceed guests’ expectations.
Nemacolin promotes a culture of continuous learning for our associates. We are strongly committed to comprehensive professional development programs:
Opportunities for advancement – At Nemacolin, we encourage our associates to grow within the organization and gain experience in a variety of departments to better understand the hospitality industry. Nemacolin prides itself on promoting from within the organization, and many of our upper-level managers began in entry-level positions and advanced into their current roles.
Mentoring and coaching programs – As a new associate, we provide a level of mentoring that is best suited to you to enhance your growth and career interests, while sharing knowledge, advice, and encouragement along the way.