About the role#
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is seeking interns and externs to join our culinary team. This role involves active participation in kitchen operations, from food preparation to coordinating with other staff. You will work in a professional kitchen environment, learning to manage high-volume production while maintaining our standards for quality and safety.
What you'll do#
- Prepare and cook food according to established recipes.
- Handle high-volume a la carte line production.
- Cut, trim, and bone meats, fish, and poultry.
- Estimate food consumption and requisition necessary supplies.
- Inspect incoming food and supplies to ensure they meet our quality standards.
- Portion cooked foods and provide instructions on garnishing.
- Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety in your assigned area.
- Minimize waste and spoilage through proper rotation and storage.
- Lead and train other kitchen employees in food preparation and production tasks.
- Ensure all prep work is completed on time.
- Follow opening and closing procedures and abide by environmental practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a University, College, or Community College with the ability to receive academic credit for this internship.
- At least 1 year of experience in a food preparation position.
- Completion of or enrollment in a culinary training program, or equivalent production experience.
- A current safe food handling certification or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift over 50 pounds.
- Capacity to work in warm, humid, and loud environments.
- Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Location & details#
- Location: Acme, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time with rolling start dates.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is a hospitality destination located near Traverse City, Michigan. Founded in 1980, the property occupies 900 acres along the shores of Grand Traverse Bay. It maintains nearly 600 rooms and 86,500 square feet of meeting space. The resort operates 54 holes of golf, a spa, and multiple dining venues.
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