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Biltmore Company

$18/hr

Interns will have the opportunity to rotate through two of Biltmore's professional kitchens to gain ... Culinary students will gain knowledge and skills in areas such as meat and fish fabrication; knife ...

Biltmore Company

$18/hr

Interns will have the opportunity to rotate through two of Biltmore's professional kitchens to gain ... Culinary students will gain knowledge and skills in areas such as meat and fish fabrication; knife ...

Biltmore Company

$18/hr

Interns will have the opportunity to rotate through two of Biltmore's professional kitchens to gain ... Culinary students will gain knowledge and skills in areas such as meat and fish fabrication; knife ...

CRAVE LLC

Career Opportunities

Madison, TN · On-site

$15 - $35/hr

  • PTO

Culinary Team ~ * Operations | Delivery ~ * Coordinators ~ * Sales | Marketing ~ * Event Leads ... Internships | Volunteer Credit Programs

CRAVE LLC

Career Opportunities

Madison, TN · On-site

$15 - $35/hr

  • PTO

Culinary Team ~ * Operations | Delivery ~ * Coordinators ~ * Sales | Marketing ~ * Event Leads ... Internships | Volunteer Credit Programs

Concord Hospitality

The Waymark Hotel - Line Cook

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This is a great opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America's fastest-growing ... interns to executive leaders. Our "Associate First" culture supports and inspires personal ...

Concord Hospitality

Curio by Hilton - Line Cook

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Description This is a great opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America ... interns to executive leaders. Our "Associate First" culture supports and inspires personal ...

Concord Hospitality

Curio by Hilton - Line Cook (PT)

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This is a great opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America's fastest-growing ... interns to executive leaders. Our "Associate First" culture supports and inspires personal ...

Concord Hospitality

Line Cook

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Description This is a great opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America ... interns to executive leaders. Our "Associate First" culture supports and inspires personal ...

8th & Demonbreun

Executive Chef, Bourbon Steak

Nashville, TN · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

Understanding the culinary philosophy of the restaurant, attention to detail and follow through of ... internship program that embraces diversity, education and discipline * Ensure that all food and ...

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How much do culinary internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for culinary internship in Tennessee is $15.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $17.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a culinary internship?

To thrive as a Culinary Intern, you need a basic understanding of food preparation, kitchen safety, and a genuine passion for cooking, often supported by culinary coursework or equivalent experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and recipe management systems is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are soft skills that distinguish top candidates. These abilities help interns adapt quickly, support the kitchen staff, and gain the most from hands-on training in a fast-paced culinary environment.

What do I do during a culinary internship?

As a Culinary Intern, you can expect to assist with food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, assembling dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You may also learn from experienced chefs by observing and gradually participating in cooking processes, plating, and inventory management. Interns often rotate through different stations to gain exposure to various aspects of kitchen operations. This hands-on experience is designed to help you develop technical skills while supporting the team and understanding the workflow of a professional kitchen.

What is a culinary internship?

A Culinary Internship is a hands-on learning experience that allows aspiring chefs to gain practical kitchen skills in a professional setting. Interns work under the supervision of experienced chefs, assisting with food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations. This opportunity helps develop culinary expertise, improve time management, and understand restaurant workflows. Internships can take place in restaurants, hotels, or catering companies and often serve as a stepping stone to a full-time culinary career.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Internship job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Internship, 69% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,669 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Culinary Intern - Blackberry Farm

BLACKBERRY FARM

Walland, TN • On-site

$14/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Blackberry Farm (Tennessee) rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Pay rate for this position is $14.00 per hour.
The Blackberry Culinary Team is looking for Culinary Interns.
This position is responsible for all aspects of food preparation up to and including the final presentation of the food for delivery to guests. Responsibilities will include food preparation tasks as assigned by the Sous Chefs, including basic vegetable preparation, vinaigrettes and salads, stocks, and other basic tasks, as well as meat fabrication, sauce making, and other advanced techniques. Will clean work area and kitchen during and at the end of shift; assist with receiving deliveries to the kitchen. Must be able to take directions and follow recipes. Will work in a supervised environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Food preparation tasks as assigned by the Sous Chefs, including basic vegetable preparation, vinaigrettes and salads, stocks, and other basic tasks, as well as meat fabrication, sauce making, and other advanced techniques
• Cleaning work area and kitchen during and at the end of shift
• Central role in the production of finished dishes during service periods
• Assisting with receiving deliveries to the kitchen
• Able to take direction, and follow recipes
• Work in a supervised environment
• Works at a steady pace, with a service orientation and the ability to quicken the pace as required
• Able to coordinate production over multiple days and plan for a smooth transition when other team members take over the station
• Able to plan out work day and accomplish multiple tasks
• Knows basic food product identification
• Able to maintain an organized and sanitary workstation
• Knows how to work in a team environment
• Tasting food for quality assurance
Internship Qualifications and Requirements
• The intern is required to have completed at least one year of culinary school.
• The internship will last approximately 15 weeks
• Culinary Internships are available during the following three Trimesters:
o January 1st- April 30th
o May 1st- August 31st
o September 1st- December 31st
• Interns must arrive within 2 weeks of the trimester start date and depart no later than the end date
• The Culinary internship is a temporary position with an expected 30-40 hours per week
• A limited number of positions are available based on housing availability
• Culinary internships are paid at an hourly rate
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance is required.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members and Managers and interact with our guests.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Basic understanding of proper food handling procedures (blanching, sautéing, standard breading)
• Basic knife skills
• Basic kitchen operations experience
• Experience cooking in a high-level kitchen
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Must be able to read and understand recipes
• Must be able to communicate with other cooks to ensure timely delivery of dishes to guests
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
• Basic knowledge and understanding of math
REASONING ABILITY
• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for a long period
• Must be able to safely operate a company vehicle or golf cart
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Professional kitchen setting
• May occasionally be asked to go outside in all weather conditions

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