Hospitality Management Intern, Restaurant Associates / New York, NY

Compass Group•New York, NY

6d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Hospitality Management Intern to join their team for the Summer 2027 season. This internship offers hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of contract food service, providing a comprehensive understanding of hospitality management. Interns will rotate through various departments, including Operations, Marketing, Purchasing & Quality Assurance, Finance, Culinary, and Catering & Events. The program aims to equip interns with practical skills and industry insights to foster their future success in the hospitality field. This is an opportunity to launch a hospitality career with real-world experience and meaningful mentorship.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts.
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
Currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality program
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

Responsibilities

Rotate through different areas of the business to gain a well-rounded understanding of hospitality management, including operations, marketing, purchasing & quality assurance, finance, culinary, and catering & events.
Learn how day-to-day hospitality operations run, including guest experience, employee engagement, menu planning, staffing, and business performance.
Gain experience with signage, branding, social media, special events, and other marketing efforts that drive guest engagement.
Learn about vendor partnerships, sourcing, inventory management, food safety, quality standards, and cost control.
Build an understanding of hospitality finance through exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, revenue tracking, and key business metrics.
Gain hands-on experience with kitchen operations, recipe execution, service flow, and culinary best practices.
Learn the ins and outs of catering and event management, including sales support, event logistics, staffing, and event execution for both small and large events.
Visit other accounts to see different operations and gain exposure to the full scope of the business.
Complete a capstone project focused on improving an aspect of the operation and presenting your recommendations.
Deliver excellent customer service and contribute to a positive guest experience.
Follow company policies, safety standards, and client expectations.