Culinary Intern: Park Kitchen & Events Experience

Hersheypark; Hershey, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission & parking

Discounts on food & shopping

Housing options for interns

Job summary

The Hershey Entertainment Complex invites motivated Culinary Interns for the Summer 2027 program at the GIANT Center in Hershey, PA. You will support kitchen operations, assist with ordering, inventory management, and staffing for part-time and seasonal culinary staff.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in dining plans, food presentation, and safety while enjoying intern perks such as free admission and parking to Hersheypark, plus food and shopping discounts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a student currently enrolled in a Culinary or Pastry program.
• Ability to learn computer-based applications quickly.
• Proficient in MS Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing dining plans and food safety procedures.
• Update kitchen and catering event orders for each event including items, room requirements, staffing and special needs.
• Coordinate staffing requirements in scheduling and updates.
• Assist with ordering, receiving and storing food items.
• Assist with inventory management, rotate stock and maintain standard par levels.
• Assist with delivery of food items and supplies.
• Enter and modify standardized recipe forms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

Detail-oriented

Positive attitude

Eagerness to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in Culinary or Pastry program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Hershey Entertainment Complex invites motivated Culinary Interns for the Summer 2027 program at the GIANT Center in Hershey, PA. You will support kitchen operations, assist with ordering, inventory management, and staffing for part-time and seasonal culinary staff.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in dining plans, food presentation, and safety while enjoying intern perks such as free admission and parking to Hersheypark, plus food and shopping discounts.