Culinary Intern, Restaurant Associates / Atlanta, GA

About the role

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to work This is R/A ! Restaurant Associates - Culinary Internship

Are you passionate about food and ready to take the next step toward a career in the culinary or hospitality industry? Join our Culinary Internship program and gain hands-on experience working alongside professional chefs and food service leaders in a fast-paced, real-world environment. As a Culinary Intern, you’ll be immersed in the day-to-day operations of contract food service, developing practical skills and industry insight that will set the stage for your future success.

Restaurant Associates is a premier, chef-driven hospitality company dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary and guest experiences. For more than 75 years, we have partnered with business organizations, top higher education institutions, and preeminent museums, performing arts centers & attractions, all the while creating and operating notable, award-winning restaurants. Our reputation is built on culinary excellence, unmatched service, and a commitment to wellness, sustainability, and forward-thinking technology. At Restaurant Associates, we believe great food has the power to inspire, connect, and create meaningful experiences every day.

Responsibilities

• Support daily culinary operations including food preparation, service, and kitchen organization
• Execute menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and uniform standards
• Assist with receiving, storage, inventory, and purchasing
• Contribute to guest service excellence, innovation, and problem-solving
• Assist with catering and special events, from preparation and set up to execution
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Participate in associate learning and development activities
• Gain exposure to the business side of food service, including financials and quality assurance

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or professional culinary program
• 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

Skills

• Culinary, Baking, or Pastry Arts
• Farm-to-Fork practices and sustainability in food service
• Reducing the carbon “foodprint”
• Food safety and quality assurance

Pay

$19.00 per hour.

Schedule

The internship runs in three terms: Spring 2027 (January–April), Summer 2027 (May–August), and Fall 2027 (September–December). Schedule: Full-time (to be discussed further upon interview); interns are expected to work 20–40 hours per week based on business needs.