Culinary Intern - Devon Seafood & Steak (Summer 2026)

Devon Seafood + Steak is an upscale seafood restaurant located in the Hershey Press Building. We utilize sustainable methods to offer fresh fish and premium steaks cooked on our wood-fired grill. If you think we just described you and your ideal environment, join our team, and help us dish out excellence to our guests.

An Internship at Devon Seafood + Steak is focused on developing a strong operational capability in the student. The intern will learn basic knife skills, sanitation, recipe adherence, proper food handling, team work, hot line, and prep cooking in a high-volume scratch kitchen environment. Rotation within departments will be based on the student's abilities and desire to excel. You will learn to use systems designed to promote consistency and high quality within the locations of our Downtown Restaurant Group, Devon Seafood + Steak, and Houlihan's Restaurant + Bar.

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

• Prepare entrees, appetizers, soups, sandwiches, and side items*
• Assist in food preparation*
• Maintain a clean and organized work area using ServSafe training and State Food Safety regulations.*
• Demonstrate safe handling of tools, knives and equipment in carrying out assigned tasks.*
• Exhibit safe food handling practices.*
• Exhibit basic knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques; strive to advance knowledge and skills.*
• Follow verbal direction and written recipes quickly and accurately; asking appropriate questions for clarification.*
• Develop proficiency in operating assigned stations.
• Performs all job-related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a student currently enrolled in a culinary/pastry program or recent culinary/pastry graduate within 6 months of applying

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment, good knife skills, and a full tool kit.
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Working knowledge of weights and measures, as well as basic math applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to work organized alone or within a team environment.
• 1 year of industry-related Food & Beverage experience preferred.

Job Demands:

• This internship is available from May August 2026.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
• • Reaching Forward Constant (>67%)
• Lifting Frequent (34-66%) (50lbs maximum weight)
• Reaching Overhead Occasional (67%)
• Hand/Eye Coordination Constant (>67%)
• Stooping Occasional (