Description
High School Culinary Experience in Prep, Banquet, and Restaurant OperationsThe Crowne Plaza Culinary Job Shadowing Internship is now accepting applications from high school students interested in a hands-on introduction to professional kitchen operations. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in food preparation, banquet catering, and restaurant service while learning directly from hospitality professionals.Program Benefits
- Professional Experience: Work alongside seasoned culinary teams in a high-volume hotel environment.
- Credentials: Earn a Crowne Plaza Culinary Internship Certificate of Completion upon finishing the program.
- Career Growth: Eligible participants may receive a letter of recommendation or consideration for future employment.
Program Outline
- Week 1 (Orientation & Safety): Complete a kitchen tour, meet the culinary and banquet teams, and review safety, sanitation, and uniform standards.
- Week 2 (Prep Kitchen & Cold Station): Learn professional knife safety and cutting techniques while assisting with mise en place and cold dish preparation.
- Week 3 (Hot Line & Restaurant Service): Observe line cooks during active service, assist with plating and portioning, and learn ticket flow and timing.
- Week 4 (Banquet & Catering Operations): Shadow event setup, assist with bulk cooking, and observe the service transition and cleanup.
- Weeks 5–6 (Optional Pastry & Wrap-Up): Assist with desserts and baking, learn inventory and production planning, and participate in a final evaluation.
Core Responsibilities
- Chop, measure, and organize ingredients for active kitchen service.
- Assist with banquet setups, buffet arrangements, and event breakdown.
- Portion sauces, dressings, and garnishes according to plating standards.
- Maintain clean, sanitized prep areas and properly label and store ingredients.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Must be a current high school student interested in the culinary arts.
- Ability to demonstrate professional conduct, teamwork, and strong communication skills.
- Commitment to maintaining kitchen safety, hygiene, and uniform standards.