Kiawah Island Golf Resort

If you are a current college student interested in applying for a Culinary Externship, or a Food & Beverage Internship, for the 2023-2024 year: APPLY NOW! Please remember to specify what type of program you are seeking to ensure you are routed to the right Hiring Managers for interviews! Interviewing now for FALL/WINTER 2023-2024 Programs. Currently Hiring: Culinary Externs Baking & Pastry Students Food & Beverage Front of House Roles Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Culinary Institute or University. Must be able to communicate in English with guests, co-workers, and management to their understanding. Must be able to perform basic computer skills. Adhere to KIGR appearance standards. Why Participate in KIGR’s Externship Program? You have to ask yourself, what’s in it for me?! Here is what you can expect from Kiawah: Wages All Internships and Externships at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are paid opportunities ($15/hour). Seasonal employees are compensated for any overtime hours worked; however, they are not eligible for holiday pay. For students staying on after graduation, full time positions are available after internship completion and offer Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance after 60 days and 401(k) program. Work Perks Employee Meal Program - Discounted employee meals are available throughout the resort. Employee meal tickets may be purchased for $3 by payroll deduction and can be used at participating resort outlets. Resort Benefits - $15 to play on any the Resort's 5 Championship Golf Courses, Discounts on Dining, Spa, Recreation Activities (bikes, kayaks, boat cruises, etc.) and Accommodations. Training KIGR has a dedicated Training Department within the Human Resources Team specifically designed to provide our hospitality employees with job, business & leadership skills. On day one, students participate in our Resort Orientation. Here, new employees gain company overview, core values and expectations. During the course of employment, our employees have access to over 25+ training classes on an annual basis, such as Business Budgeting, Dynamic Presentations, Diverse Cultures in the Workplace, Kiawah Leadership Classes, Microsoft Office Skills, Supervisor Skills, Sexual Harassment Training, Serve Safe Courses, etc. Students who are interested in attending training classes should schedule these dates and times in advance with their direct supervisor or manager. In addition, all interns will have meetings throughout their internship with our HR internship team to assist in their career development. Job Shadowing Students participating in the KIGR Internship program are encouraged to set up job shadowing appointments for exposure to other areas within the resort. Departments such as Food & Beverage, Conference Services, Sales & Marketing, Nature Program, Recreation Programming, Front Desk, Tennis and Golf are all available for shadowing. These appointments must be scheduled with the department manager in advance, during the intern’s time off from regular responsibilities. Kiawah Island Golf Resort Employee Housing: **Housing for Fall/Winter 2023-2024 has limited availability** As a benefit to seasonal staff, KIGR offers optional employee housing, depending on availability. Due to the resort’s location, the housing options are limited and all are located off-island (approximately 25 miles; 30-45 minute drive) and is highly recommended that residents have personal transportation in order to get to/from work. All housing is shared - with two (2) residents per bedroom. This dormitory-style housing is offered on a “first come, first serve” basis and requires a $300 security deposit to be remitted 60 days prior to moving in. If job offer is received within the 60-day window, the deposit is required to be provided ASAP to ensure space is reserved.