Culinary Internship

discoverylandco; Town of Amenia (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

Referral incentives

Housing option via partner

Job summary

Silo Ridge Field Club in Amenia, NY seeks Culinary Interns for the Food & Beverage department. Seasonal openings include Summer and Fall semesters. Interns will learn the menu, assist with prep, and ensure quality, while upholding safety standards and sanitary practices across the kitchen.

Position requires enrollment in a Culinary or Hospitality program and six months of back-of-house experience. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality program.
• Six months related back-of-house foodservice experience.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations; ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all dishes are uniform and meet specs set by Culinary Director or Executive Chef.
• Work rotating shifts across all kitchen stations.
• Maintain quality and follow standard recipes consistently.
• Assist with food prep: chop vegetables, butcher meat, prepare sauces.
• Keep kitchen clean with light housekeeping tasks.
• Respond quickly to guest needs with urgency.
• Stock and restock kitchen items as needed.
• Ensure safety, health, and security standards are followed.
• Monitor perishables and inspect ingredients before use.
• Maintain and report on equipment condition and safety issues.
• Attend department meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

ServSafe certified

Teamwork

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Flexible schedule

Education

Culinary/Hospitality program enrollment

Six months back-of-house experience

Job description

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Silo Ridge Field Club, set in Amenia, New York.

Silo Ridge Field Club is seeking CULINARY INTERNS to join the Food & Beverage - Culinary Department. Seasonal dates are Summer Semester (April/May to Sept/Oct) or Fall Semester (Sept to December).

The Culinary Extern will have a thorough understanding of all items on the menu and daily specials, ensure spoiled or damaged serving utensils are not used and watch particularly for cracked or chipped China, glassware; prevent the use of contaminated products in any phase of food preparation, and ensure all government, safety, health, and security standards are always complied through the department. In this role, you will be part of creating the Discovery Land Company experience for our members and fellow employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Intern will ensure all dishes are uniform made to specifications set out by the Culinary Director or Executive Chef.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts at all outlets at the club across all stations in the kitchen.
• Responsible for the quality of all food items prepared in the kitchen and ensures standard recipes are being followed on a consistent basis.
• Assist with preparations of items to include but not limited to chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and preparing sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen throughout the day with light housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, cleaning counters, and garbage disposal.
• Demonstrate sense of urgency for responding to guest needs during all interactions.
• Perform daily stocking and re-stocking of all kitchen items as needed throughout the day with raw materials and ingredients.
• Ensure all government, safety, health, and security standards are complied through the department at all times.
• Monitor expiration of perishable items and inspect ingredients prior to use.
• Maintain all equipment to ensure it is properly maintained and handled, and report any safety or maintenance concerns promptly to the Culinary Director or Executive Chef.
• Attend department meetings and trainings, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited Culinary or Hospitality program with a college/university affiliated with Discovery Land Co.
• Six months related experience in back of the house of foodservice outlet.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and the ability to apply them in the workplace. ServSafe certified.
• Safety conscious at all times to avoid injury to self and others.
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high standard of service.

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays and an ability to work a shift greater than eight (8) hours in length.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

• $20.00 - $22.50 USD per hour; Overtime available.
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Limited shared housing is offered through a separate rental company. Cost of housing will not be deducted from payroll; rent will be paid directly to a separate company via electronic payment, no cash.

About Us

Silo Ridge Field Club is a private, gated community situated on 850 acres in New York's scenic Hudson Valley. Near the towns of Millbrook and Amenia and just two hours outside of Manhattan, this exclusive community is comprised of 300 residences; a world-class 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course; an equestrian center and activity barn; a state-of-the-art fitness center and field house for sports; wellness, and recreational facilities; and Discovery’s renowned Outdoor Pursuits program. Silo Ridge promises near-limitless possibilities for unforgettable family recreation. At Silo Ridge, our employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse communities to provide the highest level of service that contributes to the creation of unforgettable experiences. For more information about our club, please visit: https://siloridge.com/

Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. For more information about our company, please visit: http://www.discoverylandco.com.