IMPACT Culinary MIT Program

Montage Hotels & Resorts; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Free associate meals

Associate celebrations and events

Job summary

Montage International presents the IMPACT Culinary Management in Training Program in Laguna Beach, CA. You will gain hands-on leadership development, mentorship, and exposure to luxury hospitality operations across culinary outlets, with supervisory and administrative training.

You will rotate through kitchens, support all culinary operations, and contribute to procurement, inventory, and labor planning while delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a two- or four-year college or university with a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or Food Service Management.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Food and beverage experience within hotel/resort environment preferred.
• Luxury hotel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rotation through various culinary outlets and roles learning hands-on culinary execution with supervisory and administrative training.
• Support all aspects of culinary operations across multiple dining venues, including banquet, restaurant, and in-room dining environments.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality food products, presentation standards, and guest experiences aligned with brand expectations.
• Assist with inventory management, procurement, cost control initiatives, and waste reduction efforts to support financial objectives.
• Contribute to workforce planning and daily kitchen operations, including scheduling, shift coordination, and labor productivity initiatives.
• Being hands-on
• Attend meetings, improve processes, and develop relationships
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and create WOW moments
• Maintain high standards of service and attention to detail
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business demands

Skills

Team collaboration

Guest service excellence

Willingness to learn

Integrity

Education

Bachelors in Culinary Arts / Hospitality

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

IMPACT Culinary Management in Training Program

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. At Montage, you are more than an associate; you are a creator of authentic and personalized guest experiences. Through our IMPACT Culinary Management in Training Program, you will gain hands-on leadership development, mentorship, and exposure to luxury hospitality operations.

Mentorship Opportunities

Participants are paired with experienced culinary leaders who are invested in their growth and success.

• One-on-one mentorship from Executive Chefs and Executive Sous Chefs
• Career planning and leadership development conversations
• Personalized coaching and feedback
• Shadowing opportunities with culinary leaders
• Exposure to property and corporate culinary leadership
• Individual Development Plan (IDP) for long-term growth

Your Journey

• Rotation through various culinary outlets and roles learning hands-on culinary execution with supervisory and administrative training
• Support all aspects of culinary operations across multiple dining venues, including banquet, restaurant, and in-room dining environments
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality food products, presentation standards, and guest experiences aligned with brand expectations.
• Assist with inventory management, procurement, cost control initiatives, and waste reduction efforts to support financial objectives.
• Contribute to workforce planning and daily kitchen operations, including scheduling, shift coordination, and labor productivity initiatives.
• Being hands-on
• Attend meetings, improve processes, and develop relationships
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and create WOW moments
• Maintain high standards of service and attention to detail
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business demands

About You

• You love working as part of a culinary team
• Passionate about exceptional guest service
• Open to learning, developing, and growing
• Trustworthy and demonstrate integrity

Must Haves

• Graduated from a two-or four-year college or university with a degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or Food Service Management
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Intermediate computer skills
• Food and beverage experience within hotel/resort environment preferred
• Luxury hotel experience preferred

Experience You’ll Gain With Us

• Immersed in day-to-day culinary and F&B operations
• Elevated guest service in a luxury environment
• Comprehensive training plan with leadership connections
• Mentorship opportunities
• Exposure to corporate leadership insights
• Collaborate with property leadership on projects
• Provide IMPACT feedback for future participants
• Potential progression into supervisory or entry-level management roles

You Will Enjoy

• Community outreach events
• Hotel discounts
• Associate celebrations and events
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) with company matching
• Free associate meals

Physical Requirements

• Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Push and pull equipment up to 200 pounds

Montage International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every associate feels valued, recognized, and respected.

The pay scale for the IMPACT Culinary MIT is $XX,00.00 to $XX,000.00. The pay scale is the base salary range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position. Please let us know if you have any questions.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.