Spring/Summer 2026 Baking and Pastry and Culinary Arts Internship

About the role

Interns will rotate through two of Biltmore's professional kitchens to gain experience in different restaurant environments.

Responsibilities

• Gain confidence and experience in various restaurant settings.
• Participate in field trips and other training opportunities, including sustainable farming and field-to-table programs.
• Learn and develop skills in areas such as meat and fish fabrication; knife skills; a la carte service; buffet and banquet service; classical sauce preparation; fresh pasta production; and plate design and presentation.
• Work flexible schedules that may include day or evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an accredited culinary training program.
• Minimum training commitment of 12 weeks.
• Commitment to guest-focused service and passion for culinary development.

Physical Requirements

• Endure various physical movements throughout the work area.
• Ability to remain ambulatory and in stationary positions throughout the work shift.
• Able to stand, twist, bend, push, pull, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds, on a regular basis for up to 10 hours.
• Able to work effectively in a kitchen environment with occasional extremes in temperature (heat, cold, humidity) for an extended period of time.

Pay

This position offers a minimum of 35 hours weekly at $18.00 hourly.

Schedule

Schedules will vary throughout a seven-day work week, including day or evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored housing is offered, space permitting, with a weekly cost of payroll deduction.