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Restaurant Management Internship

CompanyHillstone Restaurant Group
LocationNew York
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will rotate through key staff-level roles to gain hands-on experience in daily restaurant operations and service. They will also shadow managers to understand higher-level leadership responsibilities within the restaurant environment.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1457
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of upscale restaurants with 45+ locations in major cities across the country. Some of our more well-known operations are Bandera, Houston’s, and R+D Kitchen. These are joined by unique locations like the White House Tavern in Aspen and the Grill at Bal Harbour just outside Miami. The uncompromising quality of our food, service, art, and architecture has set the standard in our industry for nearly three decades. Our secret? A progressive management culture unlike any in our industry, in which the craft of managing and developing people is as important as culinary arts itself.
About the Role

Job Description

Hillstone Restaurant Group — Summer 2027 Internship

Are you passionate about restaurants, leadership, and creating unforgettable hospitality experiences? Hillstone Restaurant Group invites rising seniors to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program. This internship is a unique opportunity to dive into the world of upscale dining and restaurant management.

What to Expect
Our internship follows an apprentice-style model, giving you hands-on exposure to every part of restaurant operations. You’ll rotate through key staff-level roles to build a strong foundation in service and daily operations, while also shadowing managers to understand higher-level responsibilities.

This immersive experience is designed to help you see what it’s like to be a leader at Hillstone — and to prepare you for a potential full-time Management role after graduation.

Details

  • Duration: Summer 2027

  • Placement: Interns are placed based on best fit across our restaurants nationwide (relocation flexibility required).

  • Compensation: Average of $1,000/week, with variation depending on location.

  • Experience: Prior restaurant experience is helpful but not required — passion, curiosity, and a strong work ethic are what we value most.

Why Hillstone?
Hillstone Restaurant Group is a privately held collection of some of the most respected restaurants in the country, known for exceptional hospitality, high standards, and strong culture. Our family of restaurants includes: Houston’s, Hillstone, R+D Kitchen, Bandera, East Hampton Grill, South Beverly Grill, Honor Bar, Palm Beach Grill, and White House Tavern.

 

Learn more at www.hillstone.com or check out our feature in Bon Appétit.

Qualifications

Relocation flexibility is required. We place candidates based on best fit. All potential locations are listed on the website. 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Hillstone Restaurant Group confirms each employee’s identity and authorization to work by participating in E-Verify.

  • Compensation: up to USD 1000 - weekly
    • Key Skills
    HospitalityLeadershipRestaurant operationsCustomer serviceCommunicationTeamworkWork ethic
    Categories
    HospitalityFood & BeverageManagement & Leadership