Culinary Extern

Are you passionate about food and eager to build your culinary skills in dynamic, fast-paced kitchens? We're are looking for Culinary Externs to join our experienced Culinary team and gain hands-on experience in food preparation, and kitchen operations. 

• Fall Internship dates: (09/08/2026 - 12/21/2026).

Desert Mountain Club features seven signature golf courses, and seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own, unique restaurant plus banquets! You will have the opportunity to work and learn from our passionate and accomplished Chefs, under the leadership of Bertrand Bouquin, Maîtres Cuisiniers de France.

In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of all menu items, to include hot and cold, for all meal periods in the outlet according to property recipes and standards. Follow direction of the culinary leadership team in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. 

This is a paid externship and must be recognized by extern’s collegiate institution as academic credit towards chosen culinary degree. This is a full-time externship which entails 32-40 hours per week for 14 weeks.

Hourly Rate: 22.00 per/hr.

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a great attitude, strong work ethic, and passion for delivering excellence. Must be working towards a culinary degree from an accredited culinary school.

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BENEFITS

Join one of the Top 10 Platinum Clubs of America and enjoy exceptional benefits and perks, including:

• Competitive pay
• PTO, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, and Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development Scholarship
• Mentorship Program
• Internships
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• Mental health, wellness, and virtual care resources
• FREE employee meals during shifts or meal stipend
• FREE golf and tennis
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance

*Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).

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JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring and preparing all menu items by following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the Chef de Cuisine / Sous Chef with minimal supervision.
• Receive food deliveries, and store and label items properly to prevent spoilage.
• Set-up stations by checking and completing mise en place and pars.
• Assist chef with inventory and ordering.
• Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating and maintaining products.
• Execute all duties in accordance of DMC, ServSafe, and health department standards.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to work, days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to stand for long periods of time.

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OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the nations premier private clubs, located in the scenic foothills of North Scottsdale, Arizona. Spanning more than 8,000 acres, Desert Mountain features:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses with unique dining and banquet experiences
• Award-winning spa, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and swim facility.
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

What truly sets Desert Mountain apart is our people. We foster a culture built on care, respect, teamwork, wellbeing, and growth where teammates feel valued and proud to be part of the team.

Desert Mountain Club is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a workplace built on inclusion, respect, and opportunity for all teammate's.

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