The Kitchen Intern supports chefs and kitchen colleagues with food preparation, mise en place, basic cooking tasks, plating, stock handling, cleaning, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Candidates should be enrolled in or recently graduated from a hospitality or culinary program, have a genuine interest in professional cookery, and demonstrate basic food-safety awareness. Previous kitchen experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires a positive attitude, willingness to learn, physical stamina, attention to detail, punctuality, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy, multicultural environment. Candidates are expected to follow Marriott procedures, maintain professional grooming standards, cooperate with the team, and provide consistent support during service.
Element by Marriott Al Jaddaf Dubai is a contemporary hotel brand focused on comfortable, practical, and sustainable stays for business and leisure travelers. Located in Dubai’s Al Jaddaf district, the property combines modern accommodation with convenient access to major attractions, transport links, and commercial areas. Element hotels typically emphasize wellness, open living spaces, environmentally conscious practices, and a relaxed guest experience. As part of Marriott International, the hotel operates within a global hospitality network offering structured service standards, training opportunities, and international career mobility. The kitchen team supports the hotel’s food and beverage operations, preparing quality meals while following strict food-safety, cleanliness, and operational procedures. An internship at the property can provide valuable experience in hotel kitchens, teamwork, guest service, and the daily standards expected in an international hospitality environment.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the widest range of hospitality, tourism, retail, aviation, and culinary jobs. The culture blends Emirati traditions with a large international community, so respectful dress, punctuality, and awareness of Islamic customs are important. Life is modern and convenient, with excellent transport, shopping, beaches, restaurants, and year-round sunshine, although summers are extremely hot. Employers normally arrange an employment visa, work permit, medical examination, and Emirates ID for successful candidates; interns should confirm whether sponsorship, accommodation, meals, insurance, and transport are included. Relocation costs, deposits, and daily expenses should be planned carefully. English is widely used in hotels, while Arabic is the official language. A passport valid for at least six months and verified education or training documents may be required.
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