Bethesda/North Bethesda - Culinary Internship
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Job Location:
North Bethesda, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
We are NOW HIRING for our Summer Culinary BOH Internship Opportunities!
Lettuce Entertain You is excited to offer a variety of options for restaurant management and culinary internships. We offer two levels of Restaurant Management Internships that take place over the summer addition to our summer programs we offer culinary externships throughout the school year and summer.
This program will run from May 26 through August 4 2026 approximately 10 weeks in length. Applications will be accepted until Friday April 10 2026; late applications will not be considered. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Please email with any questions.
SUMMER 2026 APPLICATIONSWILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL FRIDAY APRIL 10 2026
Responsibilities
TO ALL CHICAGO-BASED INTERNS: Please be aware that working all four days of the Windy City Smokeout festival (July 9-12 2026) are mandatory. Interns in other markets with interest in working either event may do so with prior approval from partners and/or general managers. All interns will be responsible for any travel and/or accommodations needed during either event.
The program consists of weekly educational meetings (Tuesday May 26 through Tuesday August 4 2026) as well as a practical portion (working in the restaurant). The start and end dates for the practical portion will be jointly agreed upon by the general manager and the intern.
- Interns will be hired to work an hourly role in one of our restaurants in Illinois Washington D.C. Minnesota Nevada Texas Florida or Tennessee.
- Interns will attend weekly virtual meetings in which Lettuce industry experts cover topics such as restaurant financials menu creation marketing and more.
- Internship includes a group project with a final presentation at a live expo in Chicago.
Restaurant Management Internsparticipate in and complete internship program activities.
Essential Functions
Participate in and complete weekly seminars management checklists management feedback summer festivals (e.g. Windy City Smokeout for Chicago area interns) restaurant concept project Intern Expo group events and other 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 interns 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
Key Responsibilities and Duties
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
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!
Why Work With Lettuce
We are aculinary-driven company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 100 locations supported by our Culture of Caring. If youre ready to be a part of what we do next then explore your possibilities at Lettuce! EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify
Salary Range
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Company Policies
- Customer Service
- Financial Performance
- Revenue Growth
- Oversight
- Regional Sales
- Account Management
- Project Management
- Product Line
- Ensure Compliance
- Human Resources
- Procedures
- Sales Goals
- Direct Reports
