Culinary Intern, FLIK / Minnesota Vikings / Eagan, MN

Nichols College; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms and laundering service

Job summary

FLIK Athletics is offering a paid Culinary Internship at the Minnesota Vikings Training Facility in Eagan, MN. Interns will rotate through FOH/BOH stations and gain hands-on experience under culinary mentors, working 20–40 hours per week during July–December 2027.

Applicants must be enrolled in a college culinary or hospitality program, meet GPA requirements, and complete sanitation training and knife skills coursework.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts degree.
• Meet university GPA requirements for Internship.
• Successful completion of sanitation standards training.
• Successful completion of relevant knife skills and/or Intro to Culinary coursework.
• Available to work 20–40 hours per week based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through FOH and BOH stations depending on location or needs.
• Duties may include working Pizza, deli, salad bar or grill stations.
• Engage with guests and tailor plates to dietary needs.
• Meet with the team dietitian.
• Review culinary and front-of-house standards.
• Learn about wellness and sustainability initiatives.
• Adhere to platinum service standards.
• Assist with catering events, including setup and execution.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Hospitality Management degree

Culinary Arts degree

Tools

Sanitation training

Job description

Culinary Intern, FLIK / Minnesota Vikings / Eagan, MN

Recruitment began on September 14, 2026

and the job listing Expires on October 15, 2026

• Timing: SUMMER and FALL 2027 – July 2027 – December 2027
• Location: Minnesota Vikings Training Facility – 2600 Vikings Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121
• Schedule: Full-time / to be discussed further upon interview.
• Requirement: Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and pursuing a Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts degree.
• Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success – we invite you to start your journey with us today!

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

FLIK Athletics Culinary Internship:

OVERVIEW: The FLIK Culinary Internship Program is a paid program that gives culinary students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational kitchen culture. Working closely with culinary mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of culinary authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. We use fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to create memorable culinary experiences.

FLIK CULINARY INTERNS WILL:

Rotate through FOH and BOH stations depending on location or operational needs. Duties may include working stations such as Pizza, deli, salad bar or grill and could include working in any BOH prep area.

Engage with guests and tailor plates to their dietary needs.

Meet with the team dietitian.

Review culinary and front-of-house standards.

Learn about wellness and sustainability initiatives.

Adhere to “platinum service” customer service standards.

Consistently practice safety and sanitation protocols.

Assist with catering events, including setup and execution.

Develop professional relationships and enhance interpersonal skills.

Interns should expect to contribute individually and as a team member to support Culinary Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.

Culinary Internship candidates must meet the criteria below to be eligible for the FLIK Culinary Internship Experience Program:

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program and/or have 1 year of industry experience

Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship

Successful completion of sanitation standards training

Successful completion of relevant knife skills and/or Intro to Culinary coursework

Must be available to work 20 – 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements

College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.

CULINARY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In addition to daily on-the-job FLIK culinary training, Interns have the opportunity to participate in a variety of value-added program events via LMS/WebEx/Zoom/Teams during the internship experience which include:

Meetings with FLIK leadership/a mentor

Connection to subject matter experts including the diversity & inclusion, HR, marketing, safety & sanitation, wellness & sustainability and finance teams via Office Hours.

Optional FLIK Learning & Development Courses (FARECheck Food Allergy Basics, Servsafe Food Handler, DAWSO Dining Associate Workplace Safety Orientation)

Networking opportunities with other interns

Exit interview with your internship team

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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.