Omni Cares Internship Culinary Summer

Location:

The Homestead

Our employees are what make The Omni Homestead what it is. Since 1766, they’ve helped us offer guests an opportunity to enjoy Southern hospitality at its best. Located in the Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, we are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.

The Omni Homestead’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Homestead may be your perfect match.

Job Description:

This is a paid Omni Hotels and Resorts Externship. It is a unique opportunity for culinary students to gain hands on, real world experience in a mentored environment at The Omni Homestead.

Enhance student’s cooking skills and techniques

Broaden the student’s view of the food service industry

Expose the student to the skills and knowledge of industry professionals

Responsibilities:

Students will have the ability to rotate throughout all areas of the pastry kitchen to include, baking, breads, chocolate and sweet and savory production

Students will have exposure to ordering and inventory process

Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies

Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)

Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff

Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

Any other reasonable task assigned by management

Qualifications:

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to bend, turn, and stand for the majority of an 8-10 hour shift

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Attention to detail and accuracy

Able to work both independently on assigned task or work as a team

Be proactive and have a motivative attitude

Lift, push, and pull at least 25 lbs.

Certified, Valid ServSafe certification or ability to obtain prior to start of employment

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