About the role#
This summer internship offers an introduction to restaurant and culinary management. You will work on-site at one of our restaurant locations. The program focuses on daily operations and service standards. Your placement will depend on your fit with a specific operating team.
What you'll do#
- Apprentice in staff-level roles to understand how the restaurant runs.
- Learn management functions including hiring, training, and coaching staff.
- Assist with inventory management.
- Gain exposure to P&L oversight.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising senior with a serious interest in a career in restaurant or culinary management.
- Previous restaurant experience is helpful, though not required.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- Roles are on-site at our locations, with a focus on San Francisco, CA, East Hampton, NY, and Aspen, CO.
- Relocation may be required depending on your assigned restaurant.
- We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Hillstone Restaurant Group
Hillstone Restaurant Group operates a collection of upscale restaurants across the United States. Founded in 1977, the company maintains over 45 locations in major cities. Its portfolio includes brands such as Houston's, Bandera, and R+D Kitchen. The organization is based in Los Angeles and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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