Dollywood Culinary Intern

Job Summary

The intern will support the kitchen operations through dishwasher, receiving clerk, prep cook, line cook, banquets production and ingredient inventory management and administrative duties within Dollywood Theme Park.  In turn, intern will satisfactorily complete individual program requirements to satisfy college/university credit and/or course study requirements if needed. The Dollywood Company will provide the intern:

• The opportunity to complete course credit for the term of the internship
• Practical experience within a fast paced and every changing work environment
• Opportunity to apply theory with practice

These responsibilities are to be conducted in a manner consistent with the mission and values of The Dollywood Company.

Summary of Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend weekly intern meetings to discuss jobs of the week and learn about the different functions of a theme park.
• Train and work in below sections of internship:
  • Dishwasher - To participate in all activities, including food preparation, merchandise handling, ware washing, and cleanliness and sanitation procedures.
  • Prep Cook - To participate in all activities, including food preparation, merchandise handling, ware washing, and cleanliness and sanitation procedures.
  • Line Cook - To participate in all activities, including food preparation, merchandise handling, ware washing, and cleanliness and sanitation procedures.
• Act as quality assurance inspector for food, ensuring a high quality.
• Responsible for the implementation and possible creation of “Plate Perfect” recipes.
• Know, understand, & enforce the use of the “Start Fresh” program when necessary.
• Be available/willing to work at different locations throughout The Dollywood Company.

• Must be enrolled in a continuing education/college program
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check.