Culinary Externship: Hands-On Kitchen Training

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Paid internship

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring a Culinary Intern to participate in the UChicago Dining externship program. The role involves hands-on training in a professional kitchen, rotating through commissary, bakery, catering, and residential dining, with a schedule aligned to class commitments.

The position is paid at $18.00 per hour with Instapay and no PTO or benefits. Students must be enrolled in Washburne Culinary Program, demonstrate interest in culinary arts, and secure school approval.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Washburne Culinary Program
• Interest in culinary arts
• Time commitment as externship
• Approval from school required

Responsibilities

• Assist in hands-on kitchen training across multiple stations
• Rotate through commissary, bakery, catering, and residential dining
• Maintain sanitation and follow recipes under mentor guidance
• Complete Capstone project and final practicum

Skills

Culinary interest

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Washburne Culinary Program enrollment

High School Diploma or equivalent

School approval

Job description

Compass Group USA is hiring a Culinary Intern to participate in the UChicago Dining externship program. The role involves hands-on training in a professional kitchen, rotating through commissary, bakery, catering, and residential dining, with a schedule aligned to class commitments.

The position is paid at $18.00 per hour with Instapay and no PTO or benefits. Students must be enrolled in Washburne Culinary Program, demonstrate interest in culinary arts, and secure school approval.