Culinary Intern

Culinary Intern | Useless Bay Golf & Country ClubProgram Length: 12 WeeksStep into the heart of the kitchen with our Culinary Internship — a hands-on, skill-building experience designed to give you a true taste of culinary operations. You’ll rotate through key back-of-house roles, learn from seasoned chefs, and gain exposure to the administrative and leadership side of running a professional kitchen. From mastering knife skills to understanding cost control and scheduling, you’ll walk away with a well-rounded foundation for a future in hospitality.Internship Focus: Food & Beverage OperationsProgram Length: 12 weeksTentative Start Date(s): May 20Tentative End Date: August 15# of Internship Positions Available: 1The PerksEligibility of perks is dependent upon job statusPay Rate: $20Tip eligibleGet Paid Daily (Make any day payday)Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, Retail & Partner Perks (Yes, Discounted Travel!)Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)Employee Assistance Program“Columbia Cares” Volunteer OpportunitiesCommittee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)Online Learning Platform to Help You Develop!Our Commitment to You:“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.What Success Looks Like:Your ImpactLearn and follow kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures in alignment with ServSafe and HACCP guidelines.Develop and practice essential culinary skills, including knife handling, mise en place, and basic cooking methods (sauté, roast, blanch, grill).Support daily prep for breakfast, lunch, dinner and event service while maintaining cleanliness and organization.Assist with kitchen setup, equipment use, and station breakdown.Shadow and assist in various BOH roles, including stewarding, prep cook, line cook, and expo.Practice plating and ticket management for a smooth, timely service flow.Participate in banquet and event prep, learning large-scale production and timing.Rotate into front-of-house roles to gain experience with direct member service delivery, recovery, and member satisfaction.Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing deliveries while maintaining inventory accuracy.Shadow culinary leadership in scheduling, ordering, and vendor management.Learn the fundamentals of cost control, food/labor budgeting, and recipe standardization.Assist with leading pre-shift huddles or coordinating prep tasks.Capstone project will be to support definition and pricing of the club’s “Courtside Café and Snack Shack” menu and service delivery.Other tasks as assigned.What You BringCurrently a University Student or recent graduate, preferably in a Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related program.Basic understanding of kitchen safety and food handling practices.Food Handlers Permit required. Ability to obtain MAST certification desiredPrior culinary experience preferred but not required.Demonstrates alignment with Columbia Hospitality’s valuesEngaged in a forward moving educational or vocational program. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers, managers, clients, customers, and the public. The ability to interpret written and oral instructions. Strong computer skills: Full knowledge of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Outlook, Excel and Word. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.Where you'll work:Situated on the shores of Useless Bay on Whidbey Island, our members come from all walks of life to enjoy everything the Club has to offer in a location known for its serene coastal landscape. From the gently rolling hills of the Golf Course, to the spacious Clubhouse and restaurant, Useless Bay provides an escape from the distractions of your day-to-day routine so you can explore your interests, foster lifelong relationships, and continue building new ones. Discover a welcoming Club environment where old friends meet, and new friends are made.The Fine PrintColumbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | RespectColumbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.