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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary pastry internship in the United States is $17.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTemporary Pastry InternshipPastry Chef
CredentialsLimited or no formal credentials, culinary students or entry-levelProfessional culinary training, certifications, experience required
Work EnvironmentKitchen, bakery, or pastry department, temporary or seasonalFull-time, permanent position in bakery or restaurant
Employer & Industry UsageHotels, bakeries, culinary schools, hospitality industryRestaurants, hotels, catering, pastry shops

Temporary Pastry Internships are short-term, educational roles for aspiring pastry professionals, focusing on learning and skill development. Pastry Chefs are experienced professionals responsible for creating desserts and managing pastry sections. Internships serve as entry points, while Pastry Chefs hold permanent, skilled positions in the industry.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Pastry Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 16% Internship, 13% Full Time, 62% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,195 per year, or $17.4 per hour.
Baking & Pastry Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte

Baking & Pastry Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte

Compass Group

Charlotte, NC

$13/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,067 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 437 rated business services


Job description

Location:

  • We are hiring for a Baking & Pastry Intern position to start in August.
  • Address: 801 West Trade St Charlotte, NC Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
  • Pay Rate:  $13.00 per hour.

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Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact. Apply today!

General Description:

You will be working closely with the leaders in the hospitality group at Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte developing skills and competencies to understand what is needed to be successful in the world of hospitality, culinary and baking & pastry arts. You will gain valuable experience in the field including but not limited to: operations, ability to read and follow a standard recipe, sanitation and safety, guest services, problem resolution, menu planning and development, implementation of innovation and client relationship skills. This internship involves hands on experience working in the world of hospitality which will guide you to set the stage for your personal success in a foodservice career.

The Requirements:

Interest in the hospitality and service industry

Interest in culinary, baking and pastry arts.

Attitude of a leader

Enjoyment of inspiring others

Good to better interpersonal skills

General interest and knowledge

Awareness to sustainability practices

Interest in one or more of the following:

Sustainability

Culinary, Baking and Pastry

Carbon foodprint

Farm to Fork

Quality Assurance

Job Responsibilities (May include any or all):

Executing operational standards

Safety: Safe food in a safe environment

Assuring an exceptional guest experience

Bring innovation into services

Financials

Receiving, Storage, Inventory

Associate learning and development

Purchasing, Production, and Execution of menu items

Operational support of serving platforms

Understanding the safe operation of equipment.

Together with the culinary team, working to maintain the standards from the beginning to the end of the shift

Uniform Compliance

Guest Service

Food presentation and merchandising

Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.

Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of hospitality and culinary arts.

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company's behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods.  Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. 
 

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace. 


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