Culinary Operations Intern

Eataly is hiring a Culinary Operations Intern for Summer 2026 to work with and learn from Eatalys Research & Development Team. This internship is a unique opportunity for hands-on professional experience with a fun and dynamic team. Get a taste of what life is like as an Eatalian!

With the guidance of the Corporate Kitchen Manager the intern will:

• Assist the Corporate Kitchen Manager in analyzing costs revenues and strategies to optimize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Support virtual menu management by conceptualizing offerings and refining menu performance.
• Learn procurement processes assist with inventory monitoring vendor management and maintain records.
• Collect and input nutritional data ensure compliance with labeling regulations and support the development of balanced menu options.
• Research industry trends and consumer preferences to support menu innovation and business strategies.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations on key findings related to financial performance menu success and purchasing insights.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

This internship runs from June - August.  The internship is onsite at Eatalys corporate offices in Manhattan NY. The intern will be scheduled per week Monday Thursday from 9 am 6 pm. Internships at Eataly are paid an hourly rate.  Housing and transportation costs are the responsibility of the intern.

The compensation for this role is $17.00 per hour

If you are not a current undergrad consider applying for many of our open roles!

Qualifications :

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration Food Science Culinary Arts Management
• Exceptional writing communication and research skills
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to take direction and work independently
• Working knowledge of Italian language preferred
• Passion for the food and beverage industry
• Familiarity with Excel PowerPoint and SharePoint

Additional Information :

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Learn about food beverage and Italian culture through classes and events
• Connect directly with company leaders through chats with leadership 
• Complete and present a meaningful project over the course of the internship
• Free staff lunch daily and discount at Eataly marketplaces and restaurants
• Have 3-day weekends all summer long (our program is Monday Thursday)

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Companys policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation religion national origin age disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal state or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eatalys policy to comply with all applicable federal state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status salary history credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions.  If contacted for an employment opportunity please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern