Culinary Intern

Role summary

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The Culinary Intern supports the hotel’s kitchen operations under the guidance of chefs and culinary supervisors. Typical duties include food preparation, basic cooking, mise en place, maintaining cleanliness, following recipes, assisting with service, and observing food-safety and hygiene standards. Candidates are generally expected to be enrolled in or recently completing a culinary, hospitality, or food-service program. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, teamwork, attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays are important. Previous kitchen experience is helpful but may not be required. Professional grooming, punctuality, and compliance with Fairmont’s service and safety standards are also expected.

About the employer

Fairmont Makati is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Makati City, one of Metro Manila’s leading business, shopping, and entertainment districts. It is part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, the luxury hospitality brand within Accor, a global hotel group operating properties across many countries. The hotel offers upscale accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting and event facilities, wellness services, and professional guest experiences. Its culinary teams support several dining concepts and banqueting operations, giving interns exposure to food preparation, kitchen organization, service standards, and large-scale hospitality operations. Fairmont places emphasis on warm service, teamwork, professional development, responsible operations, and creating memorable experiences for guests. An internship can provide practical training in a structured international hotel environment.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and other tourism centers. Jobs are available in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruises, events, kitchens, front office, housekeeping, and wellness. Filipino culture is friendly, family-oriented, and community-minded, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living in Manila to a more relaxed, beach-centered pace on the islands. Living costs are generally lower than in many international destinations, although Makati accommodation can be expensive. Filipino citizens can work locally without a visa. Foreign interns or employees normally need an appropriate visa, work permit, or approved training arrangement, usually coordinated with the employer and immigration authorities. Candidates should confirm requirements before travel, arrange health insurance, and budget for housing, transport, and deposits.