Hospitality Intern

High Hampton; North Carolina; On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k match

Job summary

High Hampton in Cashiers, NC, offers a Hospitality Internship designed for students pursuing a Hospitality and Tourism Management degree. Interns will rotate through Guest Services, Food and Beverage, and Housekeeping, gaining hands-on experience in a luxury resort setting.

This immersive 3-month program allows participants to learn essential skills while assisting in daily operations and special events. Applicants must be available from May through August and work 35-40 hours weekly. Benefits include travel perks, health insurance, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Hospitality Management program.
• Willingness to work 35 to 40 hours per week from May to August.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with guest services, food running, and housekeeping duties.
• Gain experience through rotations in all three hospitality areas.
• Maintain cleanliness in guest rooms and common areas.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Teamwork

Basic math skills

Education

Enrollment in Hospitality and Tourism Management degree or similar

Job description

## Hospitality InternApplylocations: Cashiers, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100206**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!** We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.The Hospitality internship is designed for students enrolled in a Hospitality and Tourism Management degree or similar program seeking first-hand experience working at a luxury hospitality resort. Through the Hospitality Internship, participants will gain first-hand experience in the three most common areas of Hospitality: Guest Services, Food and Beverage, and Housekeeping. The program offers real-world experience by rotating through each area of service for four weeks and the opportunity to attend staff and management meetings. The Guest Services rotation will focus on the primary functions of the Guest Services team, which are to assist guests with luggage, property orientations, valet, and other requests as needed. The intern will primarily work as a Guest Services Agent to gain an understanding of the Lodging front-of-house operations in a luxury hotel. They will learn about how the Guest Services team assists with a smooth arrival and departure for our guests and how they provide them with an introduction to the property, its offerings, and our legendary hospitality. The intern will also have an opportunity to shadow at the Front Desk and with a Lodging Manager to better understand all of the Lodging front-of-house functions. The Food and Beverage rotation will focus on the why and how of front-of-house fine dining in the Dining Room at the Inn. The position duration will be 1 month of the 3-month summer internship and will focus on food running. The purpose of the Food Runner position is to present, carry, and run food, as well as clear plates by restaurant standards. Verbally provides accurate descriptions of various menu items and courses to guests. The intern will gain on-the-job training in an entry-level position to be able to understand the caliber and intricacies that are in the food and beverage world. The intern will primarily focus on food running to grasp the standards, pace, and menu of the restaurant. Other opportunities will include shadowing our host team, attending beverage classes, and shadowing a dining manager. The Housekeeping rotation will focus on the primary functions of Housekeeping which is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas and guest rooms of the Inn as well as operating the laundry for the entire resort. The intern will primarily assist housemen and housekeepers in their daily duties to gain an understanding of the Lodging back-of-house operations in a luxury hotel. They will learn about vital roles that are necessary to keep property of this caliber functioning from behind the scenes. They will also have a chance to shadow a Housekeeping supervisor or manager to get an understanding of the coordination and inspections required to ensure that the department is running efficiently and achieving the high standards required. QUALIFICATIONS • Candidates need to be enrolled and actively working towards a Hospitality and Tourism Management degree or similar program. • Commitment: Applicants must be willing and able to commit to the entire period from May through August and be willing and able to work no less than 35 to 40 hours per week Must comply with all company policies and procedures. To perform the essential functions of this position, regular and consistent attendance is required. Must be able to work well with other team members and managers, and interact with our guests. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES • None EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • None LANGUAGE SKILLS • Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, managers, and team members MATHEMATICAL SKILLS • Basic knowledge and understanding of math REASONING ABILITY • Be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals PHYSICAL DEMANDS • The job requires being on feet all-day • Very physical work, constantly moving • Must be able to get on hands and knees to scrub floors • Must be able to work around cleaning supplies/chemicals • Be able to lift up to 50lbs • Be able to safely operate a company vehicle or golf cart WORK ENVIRONMENT • Moving from room-to-room cleaning • Work is mainly done indoors but will be required to go outside in all weather conditionsHigh Hampton, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has inspired residents and guests to connect with nature and each other for 96 years. Amenities at this 3,600-foot elevation, 1,400-acre property include a myriad of seasonal events, a scenic mountain golf course redesigned by Tom Fazio, five tennis courts, 15-miles of hiking trails, a 35-acre private lake for swimming, boating, fishing and other water-related activities and top-notch high-country cuisine.From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, High Hampton provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education.