Culinary Arts Program

Start Date: March 2026
Training Duration: 12 months
Hours: 32-40 hours per week
Compensation:$16.00-$17.00 per hour
Housing: $150 per week
Number of Positions Offered: 1

Host Company

Description:

The host company is a conveniently-located chain hotel near the Portland, Maine airport. Portland is known for its Historic Old Port, with its cobbled streets, eclectic shops, and a “foodie” walking tour! The town is surrounded by lighthouses, offers outdoor activities at several beaches, and features ferries to nearby islands. For cultural experiences, visit the Portland Museum of Art, the Portland Observatory, and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House.

Position

Description:

• Learn all aspects of high-volume food service
• Assist in preparing food for service (e.g., chop vegetables, butcher meat, or prepare sauces)
• Assist in preparing menu items under supervision
• Advance management skills and supervisory duties
• To apply for the Internship program, applicants must be hospitality, culinary, or restaurant management undergraduate/graduate students OR be recent graduates who begin the program within 12 months of their graduation date
• To apply for the Trainee program, applicants must have either a degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and at least 1 year of prior related work experience in the hospitality, restaurant management, or culinary field acquired outside the United States OR 5+ years of experience in this field.
• Applicants must speak ADVANCED ENGLISH
  , have a positive attitude, and the ability to communicate with clients and hotel associates

How to Apply:

• Submit a professional resume with a professional photograph
• Indicate availability dates (start and end dates)