Culinary Intern, Bon Appetit / New York, NY

Timing: Summer 2027 – May 2027 – August 2027. Location: Greater New York, NY region. Schedule: Full‑time (to be discussed further upon interview). Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.

Overview

The Bon Appétit Culinary Internship Program is a paid internship that gives hospitality students the opportunity to work in a dynamic and inspirational kitchen culture. Interns work closely with culinary mentors and gain an inside look at the operations of a leading food‑service and hospitality organization. Bon Appétit is an on‑site restaurant company providing full food‑service management to corporations, universities, museums, and specialty venues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items across all kitchen stations.
• Rotate through various stations: pizza/pasta, deli, salad bar, grill, and international cuisine.
• Engage with guests and tailor plates to their dietary needs.
• Review culinary and front‑of‑house standards.
• Learn about wellness and sustainability initiatives.
• Adhere to customer service standards.
• Consistently practice safety and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with catering events, including set‑up and execution.
• Develop professional relationships and enhance interpersonal skills.
• Contribute individually and as a team member to support Culinary Services and achieve goals assigned by an experienced manager.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
• Meet the university’s GPA requirement for internship participation.
• 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 per week based on business needs and internship requirements.
• College credit is not required, but documentation will be provided if necessary.

Supplemental Experiences

• Opportunities to meet with subject‑matter experts from diversity & inclusion, HR, marketing, safety & sanitation, wellness & sustainability, and finance teams.

About Bon Appétit Management Company

Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés across 33 states for corporations, universities, museums, and specialty venues. The company leads the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage‑free eggs, and cooks everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.