About the role#
This internship at The Hotel Hershey focuses on building your operational skills in a professional kitchen. You will work across various kitchens, receiving coaching from Sous Chefs and senior line staff. We expect you to maintain a professional demeanor and commit to the full term of the program. This is a union position, and schedules often include evening and weekend hours.
What you'll do#
- Maintain a clean work area following ServSafe training and State Food Safety regulations.
- Handle tools, knives, and kitchen equipment safely.
- Follow written recipes and verbal instructions accurately.
- Develop proficiency in operating your assigned station.
- Practice safe food handling techniques.
- Advance your knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You are currently enrolled in a Culinary Arts program or graduated within the last 6 months.
- You have your own full knife kit.
- You are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- You understand kitchen math, weights, and measures.
- You can work in a high-volume environment and handle extreme temperatures.
- You have reliable transportation.
- ServSafe certification is preferred.
- Physical ability to perform repetitive motions like chopping and stirring, and the ability to distinguish flavors, scents, and temperatures.
Location & details#
- Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time position.
- Company-coordinated housing is available for summer interns for a weekly fee. Limited housing may be available for spring interns depending on availability.
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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