Hospitality Intern (Autism in the Workplace Program)

This internship is part of the Simons Foundation’s Autism in the Workplace program. We strongly encourage autistic candidates to apply. Our program includes support for interns and guidance for hiring teams in order to make the internship a successful and rewarding experience.

The Simons Foundation Hospitality team is seeking an intern who is interested in learning about different aspects of hospitality at a non-profit foundation.

The Hospitality Intern will work onsite in our offices in New York City. The expected schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This temporary internship is expected to run from May 27 until August 14.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the lunch and dinner process with main focus on the dinner schedule.
• Help the Hospitality Team to load and dry heavy loads of dishes throughout the day.
• Keep the dining room counters clean at all times including the soup station.
• Assist with lunch clean up and breakfast preparation for the next day.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning up after the dinner service.
• Learn our label process for lunch and dinner for employees to identify their orders.
• Accept dinner delivery from the delivery person in the lobby and bring up to the dining room on large carts by the elevator.
• Assist with unpacking delivery of snacks, coffee, and supplies.
• Learn the operations of the coffee bar using and cleaning coffee machines including refiling of the coffee beans and milk.
• Refill the coffee bar condiments like sugar, syrup bottles, tea, and the Nespresso pods.
• Refill coffee mugs and water glasses and keep the coffee bar clean at all times.
• Assist the Hospitality Specialist with the afternoon run of the pantries by emptying the dishwashers, maintaining a clean and tidy space and stocking refrigerators if needed.
• Assist with additional tasks and projects as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational skills
• Punctual and reliable
• Experience in a similar position a plus
• Be able to tolerate a loud and fast paced dining room environment
• Ability to work with others in a large team setting
• Interest in exploring a career in hospitality

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable with daily cleaning and being on your feet for most of the day
• Move throughout several nearby office buildings frequently to perform hospitality duties
• Move, lift, and transport supplies and equipment weighing 30+ pounds regularly
• Push large carts
• Position oneself to reach items overhead or below in cabinets and shelves

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Please submit a résumé and cover letter to Simons Foundation stating your interest in the position and the Autism in the Workplace program.
• If selected to move forward, the Simons Foundation partner, Integrate Autism Employment Advisors, will review your resume and cover letter and contact you to continue the process.

COMPENSATION 

• This internship pays $20 per hour.

THE SIMONS FOUNDATION’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

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