INTERNATIONAL INTERN

GATEPonte Vedra Beach, FL
Onsite

About The Position

At GATE Hospitality Group, we are committed to developing future leaders in luxury hospitality. Our J-1 Internship Program offers a dynamic, hands-on experience designed for individuals passionate about Food & Beverage and Culinary Arts within a Forbes-level service environment. This 12-month immersive program provides international interns with the opportunity to gain real-world experience, develop professional skills, and learn from industry leaders across our award-winning properties. Program Overview: 12-month placement in Food & Beverage or Culinary operations Hands-on experience in frontline roles, gaining exposure to luxury service standards Rotational job shadowing within F&B outlets or culinary disciplines Completion of a capstone project, presented to the property leadership team Access to on-the-job and self-paced training, including our extensive learning library Opportunities to network with peers and leaders across GATE Hospitality What You Will Gain: Real-world experience in luxury hospitality operations Exposure to Forbes Five-Star service standards Experience creating and presenting projects to senior leadership Mentorship from industry leaders and executive teams Constructive feedback and coaching to support your development Professional growth in operations, leadership, and business acumen Opportunity to work in a diverse, team-oriented environment Potential consideration for future visa opportunities, based on performance.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Hospitality, Culinary, or related program
  • Must be eligible for a J-1 Visa through an approved sponsor
  • Strong passion for Food & Beverage or Culinary Arts
  • Advanced written and verbal English communication skills
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English
  • Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn

Responsibilities

  • 12-month placement in Food & Beverage or Culinary operations
  • Hands-on experience in frontline roles, gaining exposure to luxury service standards
  • Rotational job shadowing within F&B outlets or culinary disciplines
  • Completion of a capstone project, presented to the property leadership team
  • Access to on-the-job and self-paced training, including our extensive learning library
  • Opportunities to network with peers and leaders across GATE Hospitality

Benefits

  • Employee housing may be available at select locations (cost and availability vary)
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