Food and Beverage Culinary Intern

About the role

An Accor hotel in Dubai is looking for a full-time Food and Beverage Culinary Intern. The internship covers kitchen preparation and food service, from preparing ingredients to serving dishes to guests, within a group of more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels and 10,000 restaurants.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping and storing food before use
• Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using kitchen utensils and equipment
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables as needed
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes
• Serve food in proper portions on dishes, plates, mugs and bowls, with correct garnish and presentation
• Keep food storage areas clean and prepare potentially hazardous foods at the correct temperature according to HACCP guidelines
• Follow food safety and handling policies and personal hygiene procedures
• Notify the manager if a product does not meet specifications
• Communicate assistance needs during busy periods to the chef

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum two years of cooking or kitchen experience in an accredited restaurant or hotel
• One to two years in a public-facing position, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel
• Gracious, friendly and fun demeanor
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English