Summer 2026 Dining Services Intern

Summer 2026 Dining Services Internship Program:

Culinary Intern / Sous Chef Intern / Food Service Intern / Dietary Manager Intern

Green Lake Conference Center – Summer 2026

Overview:

Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC) is offering a paid summer internship for college students pursuing degrees in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Dietary Management, Food Production, or related fields. This immersive opportunity allows students to gain hands-on experience in a high-volume kitchen environment while contributing to the mission and hospitality of GLCC.

Interns will work alongside professional food service leaders in meal preparation, kitchen operations, food safety, and team supervision. They will gain experience in both day-to-day kitchen tasks and leadership development, including scheduling, menu planning, inventory, and service coordination.

This internship can be structured to meet college credit requirements, with faculty approval and documented learning outcomes.

Internship Highlights

• Paid Position: $15-$20/hour based on experience
• On-site housing available at Green Lake Conference Center (shared housing, walking distance to Dining Services, pay to correspond to housing costs)
• Meals provided during shifts
• Duration: May–September 2026 (flexible start/end based on academic calendar)
• Hours: 40 hours per week, with weekend and holiday availability required
• Shifts: Breakfast and Lunch, or Lunch and Dinner, rotating as needed, operating Sunday-Saturday
• Supervision: Interns will report to the Director and Assistant Director(s) of Dining Services
• Eligible for College Credit (student responsibility to coordinate with academic advisor and secure approval)
• Timeframe: May-September (flexible with college calendar)

Learning Objectives & Experience Gained

By the end of the internship, students will:

• Gain hands-on experience in high-volume food production, line service, and banquet-style meal execution
• Understand kitchen safety, sanitation procedures, and ServSafe principles
• Assist with menu execution for guest groups ranging from 20 to 800+
• Rotate through stations including prep, hot line, salad/dessert, dish, and others as needed
• Learn inventory, ordering, and basic cost control practices
• Participate in scheduling and task delegation
• Develop soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, guest service, and conflict resolution
• Explore the intersection of hospitality and ministry through faith-based service and guest engagement

Qualifications

Ideal Candidates

• Currently enrolled in a college or university hospitality, culinary, dietary management, or related program
• Seeking internship or practicum hours for credit (GLCC will assist with documentation as needed)
• Servant-hearted and team-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Must be at least 18 years of age by internship start date

Application Process

Interested students should submit:

• A resume
• A brief letter of interest (why you’re applying and what you hope to learn)
• Contact information for one professional or academic reference
• Confirmation of academic internship requirements (if pursuing for credit)

Send applications to:
Kristine Johnson
Director of Human Resources
Green Lake Conference Center
kristinejohnson@glcc.org  

About Green Lake Conference Center

Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC) is a Christian nonprofit hospitality ministry nestled on 900 breathtaking acres in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Each year, we joyfully welcome thousands of guests for conferences, retreats, and special events—creating spaces where people feel at home, renewed, and inspired. Our Dining Services team plays an essential role in this mission, offering warm hospitality, excellent service, and Christ-centered care that makes every guest feel valued, nourished, and at home.

GLCC’s mission is to provide a welcoming Christian environment of hospitality, equipping, renewal, networking, and stewardship—helping people discover God’s better version of themselves and their world.

A Summer at GLCC: More Than Just a Job

Working and earning college credit at GLCC isn’t just a way to fill your summer—it’s a meaningful opportunity to grow professionally, deepen your faith, and be part of something bigger.

Here’s why students choose to spend their summers with us:

At GLCC, you’re not on the sidelines—you’re a vital part of the team. Whether you’re exploring culinary arts, hospitality, guest services, or ministry leadership, you’ll gain hands-on experience that matters. The work you do here will not only build your resume—it will shape your story.

And it’s not just the work that sets GLCC apart—it’s the community and the setting. Our beautiful lakeside campus is a place to reflect, recharge, and build friendships that last long after summer ends. With lake views, hiking trails, moments of worship, and meaningful connections with people from across the country, GLCC is a place where faith, fun, and purpose come together.