Paid Culinary Intern, The Kitchen at Farm Sanctuary (onsite housing provided)

***Accepting Applications Until Filled*** Summary: The Culinary internship program focuses on creating and serving plant-based foods in a beautiful sanctuary. It provides hands-on experience assisting in developing unique specialty foods and menu items, focusing on an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced and growing environment.    Responsibilities: Assist with daily food preparation Work with the chef and line-cook to complete daily food preparation needs Assist with customers from order to completion process Share knowledge of menu items with guests  Basic understanding of menu nutritional information and allergens as provided by the chef Utilize digital POS system for order tracking Assist with special events Adhere to cleaning and organizational protocols and policies in place Ensure guest satisfaction and a positive experience with a “Customer First” attitude Assist with both live and online classes   Key Learning Outcomes: Hands-on experience with vegan food preparation and baking Customer service skills development Exposure to both back-of-house and front-of-house operations POS system and kitchen technology experience Education opportunities to engage in contemporary vegan issues and topics with FS Team Members   Preferred Qualifications: Required - Valid Driver’s license with a clean driving record Some experience working with customers in a food-oriented setting Essential basic kitchen skills for knife handling and kitchen equipment usage  An understanding of measurements and quantities to assist in completing recipes Experience capturing content and editing for social media platforms Point of Sale experience, a plus Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Team focus and an upbeat attitude Basic knowledge of kitchen safety protocols Willingness to commit to Farm Sanctuary’s values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.  Open to learning about and putting into practice the ideals of equity and social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary’s mission   We are looking for the best fit for each of our roles, regardless of the type of education or companies in your background, so we encourage you to apply even if your skills and experiences don’t exactly match the job description.   Essential Physical Requirements:  Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours at a time and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally with proper technique and support. Must have basic manual dexterity for safe food preparation, including knife handling and operating standard kitchen equipment with proper training. Must be able to work in a kitchen environment with varying temperatures and move safely on potentially wet surfaces. Must be able to effectively communicate with team members and guests, including reading recipes, menus, and safety instructions.   Job Specifications: Terms of employment: Temporary, Full-time, non-exempt position  Reports to...