Culinary Arts Program – 11133

Cetusa; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A modern hotel in Dayton is offering an internship and trainee program focused on high-volume food service. Candidates must be students or recent graduates in restaurant management or culinary arts, or possess relevant experience in hospitality. This role includes food preparation duties and management skills advancement. Advanced English communication is essential. Compensation is $15 per hour for 32-40 hours per week, starting around March/April 2026.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be undergraduate/graduate students or recent graduates in restaurant management or culinary arts.
• For trainees, at least 1 year of work experience in hospitality or tourism management.
• Must have strong communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of high-volume food service.
• Assist in preparing food for service under supervision.
• Advance management skills and supervisory duties.

Skills

Advanced English communication

Positive attitude

Education

Degree or professional certificate in restaurant management or culinary arts

Degree or professional certificate in hospitality or tourism management from a foreign institution

Job description

Start Date: March/April 2026
Program Duration: 12 months
Hours: 32-40 hours/week
Compensation: $15.00 per hour
Number of positions offered: 3
Housing: none provided

Host Company Description

The host company is a stylish, modern hotel in downtown Dayton’s Water Street District – a walkable, vibrant area near restaurants, bars, breweries, entertainment venues, and the Day Air Ballpark. This area is known for its community events and urban outdoor spaces, ideal for hangouts, strolling among the local shops and restaurants, or catch a Dayton Dragons game!

Position Description

• Learn all aspects of high-volume food service
• Assist in preparing food for service (e.g., chop vegetables, butcher meat, or prepare sauces)
• Assist in preparing menu items under supervision
• Advance management skills and supervisory duties
• To apply for the Internship program, applicants must be restaurant management or culinary arts undergraduate/graduate students OR be recent graduates who begin program within 12 months of the graduation date
• To apply for the Trainee program, applicants must have either a degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and at least 1 year of prior related work experience in the hospitality or tourism management field acquired outside the United States OR 5+ years of experience in this field.
• Applicants must speak ADVANCED ENGLISH, have a positive attitude, and the ability to communicate with clients and hotel associates

How to Apply

• Submit a professional resume with a professional photograph
• Indicate availability dates (start and end dates)