J-1 F&B program with Alinea Restaurant

J-1 F&B Program with Alinea Restaurant

Description of the Host Property: Alinea Restaurant in Chicago is a temple of modernist cuisine, where dining transforms into an immersive art form. Renowned for its three Michelin stars, it offers guests an unforgettable journey through imaginative flavors, textures, and presentations. Each course is meticulously crafted, blending science, creativity, and storytelling to ignite wonder and delight. With an elegant, minimalist setting that highlights the artistry on the plate, Alinea redefines fine dining as a multisensory experience, leaving diners with memories as exquisite as the cuisine.

Description of the Training: Gain invaluable skills and knowledge in the Food and Beverage department of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort through a J-1 hospitality internship or traineeship program at Alinea Restaurant. During your program, you will receive training and mentorship from industry leaders in the F&B field as you rotate through different outlets on the property. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience to excel in your career when you return to your home country. ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program: Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY's all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program.

Description of the Location: Chicago, the Windy City, rises with a bold skyline against Lake Michigan's shimmering blue. Its streets hum with jazz, deep-dish pizza aromas, and the rhythm of diverse neighborhoods. From the gleaming Millennium Park to historic architecture by giants like Frank Lloyd Wright, the city marries modern vibrance with timeless charm. Chicago's spirit is resilient, shaped by its history and innovation, offering breathtaking sunsets along the lakefront, cultural treasures in its museums, and a warmth that welcomes every visitor home.

$21.00/hour

Department: F&B service

About You

• Conversational English required.
• Must be a current student of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
• Or recent graduate (less than 12 months ago) of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution.
• Or a graduate of a Hospitality or Tourism post-secondary academic institution (more than 12 months ago) with 12 months of verifiable related work experience.
• Or must have 5 years of verifiable related work experience.

The Company

Can you imagine a career path that takes you across the ocean and into the heart of the exciting hospitality scene in the United States? That's the promise of Fast Track by Hosco, powered by ITN & Odyssey, an initiative designed to connect young professionals with J-1 Intern and Trainee Program opportunities in the USA. This unique program is more than training abroad; it's an exchange adventure that invites international hospitality talent to enrich their lives and careers in the melting pot of the United States. You'll find opportunities with world-class luxury brands in cool destinations. Choose from training placements at bustling urban hotels in Texas, luxurious seaside resorts in California, or majestic mountain retreats in Colorado, just to name a few. Whether you're a fresh graduate or a seasoned professional seeking to amplify your skills, Fast Track offers internships and traineeships tailored to different career stages, with opportunities to extend your learning and development. Why is Fast Track Different? Fast Track combines Hosco's tech savvy and internationally respected hospitality network of schools, companies, and industry partners with ITN & Odyssey's large network of hospitality companies and decades of experience helping young professionals find exclusive training opportunities in the United States. Through this epic collaboration, we aim to provide you with the easiest, most secure, and most transparent J-1 visa process in the market. Check out all available opportunities and apply now for your big adventure in the United States!