Hospitality & Catering Intern, CulinArt / Heritage Hunt Golf & Country Club / Gainesville, VA

Compass Group • VA

117d • $25

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for a Hospitality & Catering Intern position. The CulinArt Internship Program is a paid opportunity designed for hospitality students seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic, event-rich service environment. Interns will work side-by-side with experienced hospitality mentors and gain a behind-the-scenes perspective into the world of catering, guest service, and food & beverage operations at a leading culinary and hospitality organization.

Requirements

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality program and/or have 1 year of industry experience.
• Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship.
• Successful completion of relevant Intro to Hospitality 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

• Rotate through front-of-house roles including café service, premium coffee stations, and catering operations.
• Provide consistently warm, professional, and personalized service to guests across various service settings.
• Actively support catering events, including buffet and plated service setup, station arrangement and presentation, guest service throughout the event, and end-of-event breakdown and sanitation.
• Assist with event branding and seasonal marketing activations, including signage and visual design, theming and decorations for holidays and special occasions.
• Uphold exceptional guest experience standards, delivering elevated hospitality that reflects pride and professionalism.
• Learn and apply best practices for catering and FOH standards, including timing, aesthetics, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, food safety procedures, and client expectations.
• Collaborate with peers and managers on real-world hospitality goals and contribute to high-profile service experiences.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $25.00 per hour.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic service environment.
• Professional development opportunities including meetings with leadership and networking opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees