Food & Beverage Internship
Take your first step into the world of hospitality with a Food & Beverage Internship at Bay Harbor Yacht Club! This hands-on seasonal role offers the chance to rotate through our diverse dining venues, gaining real experience in restaurant and event operations at one of the nation’s premier private clubs. You’ll learn the art of personalized service, support managers in day-to-day operations, and help deliver exceptional dining experiences for our members and guests. If you’re eager to grow your leadership skills, explore fine dining and event service, and work alongside an experienced and passionate team, this is the opportunity for you. This is a full-time internship expected to last from early May to mid August.
Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!
The BHYC Benefits Package for seasonal employees includes:
- FREE employee meals- lunch and dinner program
- Discounts on BHYC Retail and Spa merchandise
- On-the-job training- we train all skill levels!
- Employee referral program bonuses
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Uniform Attire
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Housing
If you are looking for a fun place to work with some of the best views in Northern Michigan, look no further than Bay Harbor Yacht Club!
Job Duties:
- Greet and acknowledge members and guests, providing attentive and personalized service
- Acquire knowledge of food, drink, and wine menus; maintain basic wine knowledge
- Gain experience in the 3 different types of restaurants that the club has to offer
- Learn members' names and preferences to enhance personalized service
- Enthusiastically serve members and guests, assisting others to maintain a positive work environment
- Ensure dining areas are clean, organized, and presentable
- Assist in managing servers and server assistants during lunch and dinner shifts
- Track and record club inventory for all dining outlets
- Participate as needed during events to execute food and beverage service
- Assist with inter-departmental activities as required
- Check in with members and guests during lunch and dinner services to ensure satisfaction
- Address and resolve member issues with effective problem-solving and follow-up
- Work with the kitchen team to expedite food and maintain service flow
- Learn from and assist managers in administrative tasks.
- Maintain presence on the restaurant floor to ensure top-quality dining experiences
- Update, track, and create processes and procedures to improve service and organization
- Rotate and float between departments to assist managers with various tasks and learn
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
- At least 6 months of previous experience in Food and Beverage or a related field preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; pursuing or holding a college degree required
- Experience with POS systems preferred
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies, and Expectations:
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with members, guests, and coworkers
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Positive "can-do" attitude with an eagerness to learn
- Familiarity with food, buffet, and wine menus
- Ability to learn members' names and preferences to personalize service
- Basic knowledge of wines and spirits
- Ability to remain calm and perform required duties during emergency situations
Working Conditions:
- Work will be performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, with temperatures ranging from 100°F to 32°F. Exposure to loud noises and outdoor elements is possible
- Regular schedule of 40 hours per week, with holidays, weekends, and occasional travel required
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs as necessary. Some long periods (4+ hours) of standing, walking, pushing, and pulling may be required