Hospitality/Food & Beverage Summer Internship
Overlake Golf & Country Club (OGCC) was originally established in 1927 on this beautiful site in the hidden neighborhood of Medina, Washington. It has evolved over the years into a family-friendly country club with modern values and has become a place where the members gather to enjoy dining, social activities, golf, racquets, and aquatics with family, friends, and business associates. We are known as the premier family club in the Pacific Northwest, and we take great pride in our unrivaled hospitality, our commitment to environmental stewardship, and in developing our staff.
Overlake Golf & Country Club seeks engaged and ambitious hospitality students to join our Hospitality/Food & Beverage Summer Internship program. This hands-on opportunity provides exposure to the core fundamentals of hospitality and Member services while rotating through a variety of club operations.
Company Core Values:
Evolving, Welcoming, Enriching, Healthy, and Fun!
Job Summary:
To provide hands-on training and multi-departmental exposure within the Food & Beverage operation at Overlake Golf & Country Club. Interns will rotate through various hospitality roles, gaining real-world experience and building skills in Member services, event coordination, and food and beverage operations. Successful candidates are team-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about delivering exceptional experiences.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve during a la carte lunch and dinner, Club events, and private events.
- Rotate through key Food & Beverage roles (bartending, hosting, inventory management, snack bar services, reception, and kitchen operations).
- Complete a rotation in one additional Club department (golf, racquets, swim, accounting, grounds & greens, or events).
- Attend weekly intern meetings led by various Department Heads (8 sessions total).
- Tour three private clubs in the Pacific Northwest with a co-intern and OGCC Management.
- Create an end-of-summer presentation on key learnings and propose ideas for departmental innovation and improvement.
- Participate in an exit interview conducted by the General Manager and complete an Internship Wrap-Up Questionnaire.
Benefits:
- $24/hour paid internship
- $500 bonus upon successful completion of the 10-week program
- $50/week transportation stipend
- Daily employee meals
- Provided uniform
- Mentorship from industry professionals and exposure to best practices
- Work with a welcoming, supportive team
- Limited access to club facilities during non-peak hours
- Continued training and professional development opportunities
- Company events, including an Annual Employee Appreciation Week in August
EEO STATEMENT
Overlake Golf & Country Club is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled in a hospitality program and have completed at least one year at an accredited university or learning institution.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with Members and Staff.
- Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable in fast-paced environments.
- Willingness to undergo a background check.
- Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs during shifts.
If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to learn and grow, we would love to have you as part of our team. We look forward to meeting you!