About the role#
This internship at The Hotel Hershey provides hands-on experience in a professional pastry environment. Interns rotate through various functions, including a la carte service, bulk production for banquets, banquet execution, and morning baker positions. Depending on interest and performance, there are opportunities to learn about wedding cakes, confections, and showpieces. This is a paid, on-site position for the Fall 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Prepare pastry products and stations in assigned areas.
- Ensure all food preparation meets The Hotel Hershey standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized food production area.
- Follow the guidance of the Sous Chef and Pastry Cook I.
- Control waste and follow all company procedures and regulations.
- Assist other departments as necessary.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Currently enrolled in a Baking or Pastry Arts program or a recent graduate within the last 6 months.
- Must provide your own knives.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Strong communication skills for working with the culinary team.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, including extreme heat.
Location & details#
- Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania.
- This is a union position with schedules based on seniority.
- Housing may be available for a fee of $160 per week, which includes utilities and is deducted from paychecks.
- Employees must provide their own slip-resistant, non-skid shoes.
About Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company operates a variety of hospitality and entertainment venues. Its portfolio includes Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, and the Hershey Bears hockey team. The company was founded in 1927 and remains privately held. It employs nearly 1,750 full-time staff and over 7,000 seasonal or part-time workers based in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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