Paid Culinary Internship — Spring 2027, Hands-On Training

Compass Group USA; Braden Castle (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms

Laundering service

Job summary

Compass Group USA, at the FLIK Athletics Culinary Internship Program in Bradenton, FL, offers a paid internship for culinary students. Interns rotate through FOH/BOH, engage with guests, and learn from mentors in a leading food service and hospitality organization.

Applicants must be enrolled in a college program in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts, with 20–40 hours per week availability. Free meals and uniforms are included where applicable.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts degree.
• Willing to work 20–40 hours per week.
• Sanitation and knife skills coursework or related culinary training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through FOH and BOH stations as needed.
• Engage with guests and tailor plates to dietary needs.
• Meet with the team dietitian.
• Review culinary and front-of-house standards.
• Support wellness and sustainability initiatives.
• Assist with catering events and on-site duties.

Skills

Hospitality knowledge

Guest interaction

Education

Pursuing Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts degree

Tools

LMS/WebEx/Zoom/Teams

Job description

Compass Group USA, at the FLIK Athletics Culinary Internship Program in Bradenton, FL, offers a paid internship for culinary students. Interns rotate through FOH/BOH, engage with guests, and learn from mentors in a leading food service and hospitality organization.

Applicants must be enrolled in a college program in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts, with 20–40 hours per week availability. Free meals and uniforms are included where applicable.