2026 Culinary Intern: Spring

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Internship
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.00 - $13.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Competitive hourly pay
hands-on culinary experience
professional networking opportunities
Project management experience
flexible scheduling
supportive learning environment
inclusive workplace

Job Description

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a renowned public non-profit charitable organization founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton. The museum is dedicated to celebrating the American spirit by uniting the power of art with the beauty of nature. Located in Bentonville, Arkansas, Crystal Bridges has become a cultural cornerstone that attracts visitors from around the country and beyond. It offers an extensive collection of American artworks spanning various periods and styles, showcased in a striking architectural setting integrated harmoniously with the natural landscape around it. The museum also provides various educational programs and community initiatives to engage... Show More

Job Requirements

  • current enrollment in a culinary program or recent graduation within last three years
  • availability to work up to 20 hours per week
  • ability to work flexible schedule including weeknights and weekends
  • strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • willingness to learn and demonstrate basic knife skills
  • ability to work in fast-paced, high energy environments
  • agree to background check and confidentiality agreement
  • submit cover letter and resume
  • eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • basic knife control or willingness to learn
  • strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • ability to work in high energy environments
  • creative mind preferred
  • ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule
  • weeknights and weekend availability
  • background check required
  • must maintain confidentiality of all information
  • current enrollment in Brightwater culinary program highly preferred

Job Duties

  • learn the layouts for Eleven restaurants, Tower Bar and all additional internal and external event spaces at Crystal Bridges and the Momentary
  • assist with building a menu and assessing cost
  • learn how to manage a budget
  • learn and analyze employee workflow and kitchen systems
  • learn and assist in the management of inventory
  • learn, analyze overproduction and food waste and provide options of sustainability initiatives Crystal Bridges can adopt
  • assist with creation and development of protocols and procedures
  • participate in all meetings with clients, vendors and associates
  • undertake a project assigned by the Executive Chef

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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