Training or Internship

Program Duration: October/November 2026
Hours: 32-40 hours/week
Compensation: $17.00 per hour
Number of Positions Offered: 3
Duration: 12 months
Housing : 2-3 week temporary stay

Host Company Description:

The host company is a modern waterfront hotel located in downtown Buffalo, New York at Canalside. It offers convenient access to many of the city’s top attractions, like the Buffalo waterfront, the Naval & Military Park, and numerous restaurants and entertainment venues. Canalside is Buffalo’s premier waterfront destination, with walking paths, kayaking, bike rentals, boat tours, events, outdoor recreation, and scenic views.

Position Description:

• Learn all aspects of high-volume food service
• Assist in preparing food for service (e.g., chop vegetables, butcher meat, or prepare sauces)
• Assist in preparing menu items under supervision
• Advance management skills and supervisory duties
• To apply for the Internship program, applicants must be restaurant management or culinary arts undergraduate/graduate students OR a be recent graduates who begin program within 12 months of the graduation date
• To apply for the Trainee program, applicants must have either a degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and at least 1 year of prior related work experience in the restaurant management or culinary arts field acquired outside the United States OR 5+ years of experience in this field.
• Applicants must have prior kitchen work experience
• Advanced English is required