Lettuce Entertain You

Independent, family-owned restaurant group

Culinary Intern

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionUpdated on Nov 13

InternshipChicago, IL, USA$17.05 - $20 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Possess one full year of practical experience or be currently enrolled in a culinary program.
Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment.
Work a variety of days and shifts, including weekends and nights.
Communicate effectively to perform and follow job requirements conveyed in written and spoken directions.
Multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment.
Work in a confined, crowded space with variable light, noise, and temperature levels.
Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds.
Sit or stand for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs and uneven or slick surfaces.

Responsibilities

Perform the essential functions and key responsibilities of the assigned hourly role, such as host, server, runner, busser, or cook, as determined by the intern’s supervising manager at the designated restaurant location.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with French or Italian cuisine is a plus.

Overview

CULINARY EXTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Join Lettuce Entertain You as a Culinary Extern to gain practical culinary experience in a Lettuce kitchen! Any experience with French or Italian cuisine is a big plus.

Required: One full year of practical experience OR current enrollment in a culinary program
This is a paid opportunity, running 10-16 weeks (any extensions are at the sole discretion of the Chef and General Manager)
Externs will be placed in a restaurant concept and hourly role that correlates with their skill level

Externs are responsible for their own housing and transportation.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Why Work With Lettuce?

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at over 110 locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. We proudly serve guests at more than 60 concepts ranging from fast casual to fine dining restaurants. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!

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Responsibilities

Perform essential functions and key responsibilities listed in hourly job description (e.g., host, server, runner, busser, cook, etc.) for the assigned role determined by intern’s supervising manager at designated restaurant location
Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
Work a variety of days and shifts including weekends and nights
Effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
Multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
Work in a confined, crowded space of variable light, noise and temperature levels
Ability to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Qualifications

Possess one full year of practical experience OR current enrollment in a culinary program

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Salary Range

USD $17.05 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

About the Company

Lettuce Entertain You

Independent, family-owned restaurant group

Lettuce Entertain You is a Chicago-based, independent, family-owned restaurant group that owns, manages and licenses more than 110 restaurants across several states. It operates a diverse portfolio of concepts, from fast casual to fine dining, including brands like R.J. Grunts, Aba, Hub 51, Wildfire, RPM Italian, M Burger, Shaw’s Crab House, Mon Ami Gabi, and Beatrix. The company focuses on attracting and developing people with creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit, providing extensive training and rewarding talent and drive. Its product line is not a single dish but a collection of restaurant concepts and dining experiences under one organizational umbrella. The goal is to be the best in the business by cultivating talent, creativity, and high standards in hospitality, food, and service, across its growing portfolio.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 1971

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