Summer BOH Culinary Internship — Virginia

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lettuce Entertain You is NOW HIRING for Summer Culinary BOH Internship Opportunities in Virginia with Chicago-area participation. Interns will work hourly roles in Illinois and other markets, attending weekly meetings and completing a group project culminating in a live expo in Chicago.

Must be enrolled in a culinary program or have 1 year of experience; Italian or French cuisine experience is a plus. Applications accepted by April 9, 2027; interns cover housing/transportation and must be able

Qualifications

• Required 1 year of practical experience OR current enrollment in a culinary program
• Any experience with Italian or French cuisine is a big plus!

Responsibilities

• Participate in and complete internship program activities.
• Perform essential functions and key responsibilities listed in hourly job description (e.g., host, server, runner, busser, cook, etc.) for the assigned role determined by intern’s supervising manager at designated restaurant location
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Work a variety of days and shifts including weekends and nights
• Effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable light, noise and temperature levels
• Ability to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
• Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Proficiently use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed
• Any experience with Italian or French cuisine is a big plus!

Job description

Lettuce Entertain You is NOW HIRING for Summer Culinary BOH Internship Opportunities in Virginia with Chicago-area participation. Interns will work hourly roles in Illinois and other markets, attending weekly meetings and completing a group project culminating in a live expo in Chicago.

Must be enrolled in a culinary program or have 1 year of experience; Italian or French cuisine experience is a plus. Applications accepted by April 9, 2027; interns cover housing/transportation and must be able