Management Development Program - Culinary

Auberge Collection; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays and time off

Referral bonus

Housing available

Relocation stipend

Team Member Stay Program discounts

Mentorship opportunities

Monthly MDP meetups

Job summary

Auberge Collection invites rising hospitality graduates to join its Management Development Program (MDP), a 12-month on-property paid training that blends hands-on work with professional development. The program offers two phases: Phase 1 Mastering Service & Department Knowledge and Phase 2 Management Essentials, Leadership & Soft Skills Development.

Participants rotate through Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Rooms, with potential placement in a management role upon completion, and relocation

Qualifications

• Student or graduate from accredited hospitality school in the United States.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to relocate and learn.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in on-property rotations across departments.
• Complete the two-phase development plan (Phase 1 & Phase 2).
• Assist managers and team members as needed.
• Attend Monthly MDP meetups and mentorship sessions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Leadership

Curiosity

Education

Hospitality education

Job description

Management Development Program - Culinary

• Full-time
• Job Type: Management Development Program

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, safaris, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 39 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, safaris, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

The Management Development Program (MDP) is a 12-month on property paid training and development program. The program path consists of 80% work experience and 20% professional development. The program is broken into two main phases: Phase 1 - Mastering Service & Department Knowledge and Phase 2 - Management Essentials, Leadership & Soft Skills Development.

Auberge Resorts currently offers several dedicated paths, with focus areas in: Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Rooms. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment phase to select their path of focus as well as their preferred property location.

Upon completion of all program components, the MDP will be placed into a management role (based on availability and willingness to relocate).

Please note this program has been exclusively designed for students or graduates from an accredited hospitality school within the United States.

• Promotion to management level upon program completion
• Support role rotations throughout the property, guided by the learning objectives for each department
• Ongoing career growth with a rapidly expanding luxury hotel company
• Monthly MDP Meetups with fellow MDPs across the collection
• Mentorship opportunities with home office leaders
• Discounted rates through the Team Member Stay Program
• Task force opportunities and assignments abroad
• Housing available at participating locations
• Relocation stipend for approved expenses
• Health insurance, 401(k) match
• Paid holidays and time off
• Referral bonus

The Management Development Program is specifically tailored for students or graduates from accredited hospitality schools within the United States. While prior experience in hospitality is preferred, the following qualities are essential:

• A demonstrated passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proven willingness to learn, coupled with curiosity, resilience, and self‑motivation.
• The ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
• A keen interest in leadership and career advancement.

Offer letters to be issued within 2‑4 weeks of completing the interview process.

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one‑of‑a‑kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.
For more information: auberge.com
Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge
About Friedkin
Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.
Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.
The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.
For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

Auberge Collection LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Auberge Collection LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auberge Collection LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.