PASTRY INTERN – THE HOTEL HERSHEY

The Internship/Externship timeline is flexible to fit specific program needs and applications are currently being accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Housing may be available for this opportunity through our housing partner depending on start date/availability.

This position executes general cooking duties at The Hotel Hershey, interns will learn a la carte service, bulk production for banquets, banquet execution, and morning baker positions. With evidence of interest, the interns will have the opportunity to see and learn wedding cakes, confections and showpieces. Rotation within departments will be based on the student's abilities and desire to excel.

Inside Scoop:

• This position is located at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA
• This is a union position and the work schedule will be based on union seniority. Candidates must be able to meet scheduled requirements, which will most likely require evening and weekend hours

Best. Perks. Ever.

• Free Admission to Hersheypark
• Free Parking to all Hersheypark & Giant Center Events
• Sweet Discounts across town
• Employee Appreciation Events
• And more!

Job Functions:

• Preparing pastry product in any assigned areas
• Preparing station
• Preparing food according to The Hotel Hershey standards
• Keeping area neat and clean
• Following guidelines of Sous Chef and Pastry Cook I
• Controlling waste; following company procedures, rules and regulations and helping other areas when necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a student currently enrolled in a Baking/Pastry Arts program OR a recent Baking/Pastry Arts graduate within 6 months of applying

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift 50 lbs.
• Must have own knives.
• Must have good communication skills to communicate closely with Sous Chef and Pastry Cook I.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible shift required, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical requirements may including: standing, sitting, hearing, speaking and communicating verbally, performing detailed work at close distances, finger dexterity, lifting ( 35-50 lbs), bending, walking
• Ability to work in varying temperatures subject to extreme heat
• Ability to work in a hectic, fast-paced environment
• Approved slip-resistant, non-skid shoes provided by employee
• This is a union position and the work schedule will be based on union seniority. Candidates must be able to meet scheduled requirements, which will most likely require evening and weekend hours.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.