Baking & Pastry Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Charlotte, NC, is offering a Baking & Pastry Intern position starting in August. This paid internship focuses on developing skills within the hospitality and culinary fields, particularly in baking and pastry arts.

Interns will gain valuable, hands-on experience in operational standards, guest services, and food safety while working closely with hospitality leaders.

Qualifications

• Interest in the hospitality and service industry.
• Enjoyment of inspiring others.
• Awareness of sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Executing operational standards.
• Ensuring safe food in a safe environment.
• Assuring an exceptional guest experience.
• Bringing innovation into services.

Skills

Interest in hospitality

Interest in culinary, baking and pastry arts

Good interpersonal skills

Leader attitude

Job description

Position Overview

• Baking & Pastry Intern, starting August.
• Location: 801 West Trade St, Charlotte, NC.
• Schedule: Determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Pay Rate: $13.00 per hour.

General Description

You will be working closely with the leaders in the hospitality group at Johnson & Wales University – Charlotte developing skills and competencies to understand what is needed to be successful in the world of hospitality, culinary and baking & pastry arts. You will gain valuable experience in the field including but not limited to operations, reading and following standard recipes, sanitation and safety, guest services, problem resolution, menu planning and development, implementation of innovation, and client relationship skills. This internship involves hands‑on experience in the world of hospitality which will guide you to set the stage for your personal success in a foodservice career.

Requirements

• Interest in the hospitality and service industry.
• Interest in culinary, baking and pastry arts.
• Attitude of a leader.
• Enjoyment of inspiring others.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• General interest and knowledge.
• Awareness of sustainability practices.

Areas of Interest

• Sustainability.
• Culinary, Baking and Pastry.
• Carbon foodprint.
• Farm to Fork.
• Quality Assurance.

Job Responsibilities

• Executing operational standards.
• Ensuring safe food in a safe environment.
• Assuring an exceptional guest experience.
• Bringing innovation into services.
• Financials.
• Receiving, storage, inventory.
• Associate learning and development.
• Purchasing, production, and execution of menu items.
• Operational support of serving platforms.
• Understanding the safe operation of equipment.
• Working with the culinary team to maintain standards from the beginning to the end of the shift.
• Uniform compliance.
• Guest service.
• Food presentation and merchandising.

Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.
• Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of hospitality and culinary arts.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc. Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). These periods may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.