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This internship is designed to teach students basic and advanced techniques in
culinary, baking and dining room management. In-depth hands-on training
includes knife skills development, health & safety, garnishing skills, culinary
technique development, product identification, baking and pastry arts,
professional kitchen equipment operation, menu planning and costing, recipe
development, team work and catering a multitude of function on premise. Other
skills developed consist of resume preparation and writing, speech organization
and presentation, time management, dining room operation and management,
phone skills, as well as individual and group leadership skills. Butchering of
common cuts of meats and seafood preparation is also explored. Students are
encouraged to practice at home to hone their skills and will be given ample
opportunity to showcase them in class and at regional competitions.
The culinary program is located on the 4th floor of John V. Lindsay Wildcat Academy Charter High School’s Bronx campus
Ø Be willing to work hard and learn new skills
Ø Be able to work as a team
Ø Be able to learn and perform health & safety techniques
Ø Be reliable and punctual
Ø Understand that long hours are sometimes necessary
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