Summer Culinary BOH Internship - Level 1 (10 Weeks)

Lettuce Escape; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lettuce Entertain You is now hiring for a Summer Culinary BOH Internship in Washington DC. The program runs May 25 through August 4, 2027, about 10 weeks, combining weekly educational meetings with hands-on restaurant work across multiple markets.

Applicants should have 1 year of practical kitchen experience or be enrolled in a culinary program; Italian or French cuisine experience is a plus. Interns cover housing and transportation; compensation is hourly in USD $18.40–$20.00.

Qualifications

• 1 year of practical kitchen experience OR current enrollment in a culinary program.
• Experience with Italian or French cuisine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work hourly in a Lettuce restaurant location.
• Attend weekly educational meetings and complete the hands-on internship components.
• Participate in group projects and present at a live expo when applicable.
• Follow safety, sanitation and kitchen protocols.

Skills

Culinary internship

Italian cuisine

French cuisine

Education

One year of culinary experience OR culinary program enrollment

Job description

Lettuce Entertain You is now hiring for a Summer Culinary BOH Internship in Washington DC. The program runs May 25 through August 4, 2027, about 10 weeks, combining weekly educational meetings with hands-on restaurant work across multiple markets.

Applicants should have 1 year of practical kitchen experience or be enrolled in a culinary program; Italian or French cuisine experience is a plus. Interns cover housing and transportation; compensation is hourly in USD $18.40–$20.00.