Copia Culinary Extern (January 2026 - April 2026)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Internship
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Copia is a leading culinary education institution renowned for its commitment to culinary excellence and innovative training programs. Situated within the picturesque environment of Copia, the CIA offers an exceptional learning experience that combines practical culinary skills with real-world professional exposure. This institution is dedicated to shaping the next generation of culinary professionals through comprehensive education and hands-on training in various culinary disciplines. The CIA operates several revenue-generating outlets including special events, Grove Restaurant, and public-facing operations both at Copia and Greystone, which serve as dynamic learning environments for students and externs alike.Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of experience in dining or customer service or a combination of experience and completion of Culinary Fundamentals class
- Current CIA student, pre-Extern
- HACCP or ServSafe Certified or California Food Handler's Certificate or ability to obtain certificate within 30 days of hire
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
- Ability to read, write, understand, execute and communicate in English
- Demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers
- Must display a high level of energy and self-motivation
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays
- Must be able to stand for eight hours or more during a shift
- Must be able to lift and transport up to fifty pounds
- Ability to withstand high ambient temperatures while working near cooking equipment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of experience in dining or customer service or a combination of experience and completion of Culinary Fundamentals class
- Current CIA student, pre-Extern
- HACCP or ServSafe Certified or California Food Handler's Certificate or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
- Ability to read, write, understand, execute and communicate in English
- Demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers
- Display a high level of energy and self-motivation
Job Duties
- Assumes ownership for the quality of the products served to guests
- Assists with the accurate and expeditious production of plated recipes with strict adherence to all recipe specifications with minimal waste
- Prepares stock, sauces, soups and vegetables
- Maintains proper station pars and orders assigned products appropriately
- Assists in the production of food items as directed by supervisor or chef de partie
- Follows health code regulations for handling, storage, portioning and rotation of food products
- Practices clean and sanitary work habits including maintaining cleanliness of the workstation and equipment
- Monitors and adheres to posted work schedules
- Properly packages, stores and secures all food items with regard to temperature, location, labeling and packaging
- Assists in maintaining proper inventory of station pars and ordering appropriately
- Works with chefs and servers to deliver food to guests, explaining dishes as appropriate
- Sets up and breaks down dining room for each shift
- Assists with overall maintenance of the restaurant and supplies cage organization
- Resets tables according to specifications and restocks clean plates, silverware and glassware
- Clears plates and silverware when guests are finished dining
- Assists servers with food delivery to guests, refilling water and serving bread
- Maintains service stations in a clean and orderly manner throughout the shift
- Performs all opening and closing side work as required
- Performs any and all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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