Culinary and Hospitality Intern, FLIK / Chicago Bears / Lake Forest, IL

Timing

Summer and Fall 2027 — July 2027 – December 2027

Location

Chicago Bears Training Facility — 1920 Football Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Schedule

Full-time / to be discussed further upon interview.

Requirement

Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and pursuing a Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts degree.

Pay Rate

$20.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

What makes FLIK click?

Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions. We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

FLIK Athletics Culinary Internship: Overview

The FLIK Culinary Internship Program is a paid program that gives culinary students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational kitchen culture. Working closely with culinary mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of culinary authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. We use fresh, local and seasonal ingredients to create memorable culinary experiences.

FLIK Culinary Interns Will

• Rotate through FOH and BOH stations depending on location or operational needs. Duties may include working stations such as Pizza, deli, salad bar or grill and could include working in any BOH prep area.
• Engage with guests and tailor plates to their dietary needs.
• Meet with the team dietitian.
• Review culinary and front-of-house standards.
• Learn about wellness and sustainability initiatives.
• Adhere to “platinum service” customer service standards.
• Consistently practice safety and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with catering events, including setup and execution.
• Develop professional relationships and enhance interpersonal skills.

Interns should expect to contribute individually and as a team member to support Culinary Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.

Culinary Internship Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program and/or have 1 year of industry experience.
• Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship.
• Successful completion of sanitation standards training.
• Successful completion of relevant knife skills and/or Intro to Culinary coursework.
• Must be available to work 20 – 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements.
• College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.

Culinary Internship Program Professional Development Opportunities

In addition to daily on-the-job FLIK culinary training, Interns have the opportunity to participate in a variety of value-added program events via LMS/WebEx/Zoom/Teams during the internship experience which include:

• Meetings with FLIK leadership/a mentor.
• Connection to subject matter experts including the diversity & inclusion, HR, marketing, safety & sanitation, wellness & sustainability and finance teams via Office Hours.
• Optional FLIK Learning & Development Courses (FARECheck Food Allergy Basics, Servsafe Food Handler, DAWSO Dining Associate Workplace Safety Orientation).
• Networking opportunities with other interns.
• Exit interview with your internship team.

FLIK Hospitality Internship: Overview

The FLIK Hospitality Internship Program is a paid program that gives hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational hospitality culture. Working closely with hospitality mentors, FLIK interns have an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at a leading food service & hospitality organization. Fifty years ago, FLIK was launched by Chef Rudi Flik and Julie Flik. Their values of authenticity, people first, sustainability, wellness, and leadership still guide us. The FLIK service culture has our team members at its heart; we are in the business of creating emotion for our teams and guests alike.

FLIK Hospitality Interns Will

• Rotate through different roles depending on location and operational needs. Duties may include: setting up and/or closing events or dining halls, cashier functions, coffee / barista and welcoming guests.
• Provide consistently friendly and courteous service to guests.
• Support catering events by setting up, arranging buffet stations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and managing cleanup.
• Assist with marketing tasks, including signage, seasonal decorations, and food holiday communications.
• Adhere to “platinum service” customer service standards.
• Review catering and front-of-house standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and client expectations.

Interns should expect to contribute individually and as a team member to support Food service/Hospitality Services and work towards goals and objectives assigned by an experienced manager.

Hospitality Internship Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional hospitality program and/or have 1 year of industry experience.
• Meet university’s GPA requirement for Internship.
• Successful completion of relevant Intro to Hospitality coursework.
• Must be available to work 20 – 40 hours a week based on business needs & internship requirements.
• College credit is not required, but we will provide appropriate documentation if necessary.

Hospitality Internship Program Professional Development Opportunities

In addition to getting daily hands-on experience, Interns have the opportunity to participate in a variety of value-added program events via LMS/WebEx/Zoom/Teams during the internship experience which include:

• Meetings with FLIK leadership/a mentor.
• Connection to subject matter experts including the diversity & inclusion, HR, marketing, safety & sanitation, wellness & sustainability and finance teams via Office Hours.
• Optional FLIK Learning & Development Courses (FARECheck Food Allergy Basics, Servsafe Food Handler, DAWSO Dining Associate Workplace Safety Orientation).
• Networking opportunities with other interns.
• Exit interview with your internship team.

About Compass Group

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