Food & Beverage Intern

About the role

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Discovery Land Company creates one-of-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world. Through these environments, Clubs foster relationships, share unforgettable and life-changing experiences, embrace well-being, and inspire pure expressions of love, joy, compassion, and gratitude in all forms.

At Gozzer Ranch we believe that meeting the mission stated above is a promise we get to deliver on every day. Gozzer Ranch Employees use their personal talent, passion, and resources to meaningfully integrate with diverse cultures and communities to create a viable and fun world for future generations. We do this by operating from our company's unwavering values, learning, growing, and adjusting as we go.

The Food & Beverage Internship Program is designed to introduce aspiring hospitality professionals to excellence, luxury service standards, food and beverage operations, and leadership development within a world-class club environment. Interns will receive hands-on experience across multiple areas of the operation while gaining exposure to leadership, business fundamentals, career opportunities within Discovery Land Company, and act as ambassadors for our company values:

• PEOPLE ARE OUR PRIORITY
• WE RESPECT PEOPLE, PLACES, AND CULTURES
• WE DO THE RIGHT THING
• WE BELIEVE IN HAVING FUN

The Food & Beverage Intern serves as an active member of the Gozzer Ranch Food & Beverage team while participating in a structured leadership development program. Through hands-on training, observation, mentorship, and project-based learning, interns gain exposure to member service, luxury hospitality operations, team leadership, business management, and food & beverage financial fundamentals.

This position is designed to prepare future hospitality leaders by providing meaningful learning experiences, leadership opportunities, and exposure to the operational and business functions that support a successful private club operation.

Key Area #1: MEMBER EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE

• Deliver exceptional service experiences consistent with Gozzer Ranch and Discovery Land Company standards.
• Build meaningful relationships with members and guests.
• Learn and execute the established Sequence of Service.
• Develop comprehensive food and beverage knowledge, including menu items, ingredients, preparations, and allergens.
• Assist service teams throughout dining, banquet, and special event operations.
• Anticipate member needs and contribute to creating memorable experiences.
• Participate in member recovery and service enhancement discussions.
• Support the execution of signature events, tournaments, and member activities.

Key Area #2: LEARNING & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in structured leadership development sessions throughout the internship.
• Learn effective communication and team-building techniques.
• Develop confidence in public speaking and leadership presence.
• Lead at least one pre-shift meeting with coaching and feedback from Food & Beverage leadership.
• Participate in post-meeting discussions to better understand operational planning and decision-making.
• Learn the principles of accountability, coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Explore potential career pathways within Discovery Land Company and the hospitality industry.

Key Area #3: BUSINESS & OPERATIONS EXPOSURE

• Gain exposure to daily Food & Beverage operations and administrative systems.
• Learn the purpose and functionality of Gozzer operations and administrative systems
• Develop an understanding of operational communication throughout the organization.
• Shadow inventory counts, ordering processes, and purchasing practices.
• Learn the fundamentals of budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Assist F&B leadership as requested with any special requests relating to member service.
• Develop an understanding of Food & Beverage profit and loss statements.
• Gain exposure to revenue generation, labor management, inventory control, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with operational projects and assignments as directed by leadership.

Key Area #4: TEAMWORK & PROFESSIONALISM

• Serve as a positive and engaged team member.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Collaborate effectively with team members across all departments.
• Embrace feedback and actively seek opportunities for growth.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Support fellow team members in achieving operational and service goals.
• Represent Gozzer Ranch and Discovery Land Company with integrity and professionalism both on and off duty.
• Participate in internship reflections, evaluations, and end-of-program presentations.

By the conclusion of the internship program, interns will

• Understand Discovery Land Company culture, values, and service standards.
• Deliver confident and thoughtful luxury hospitality service.
• Understand how member experience, people leadership, and financial performance are interconnected.
• Gain leadership exposure through:
• Pre-shift leadership opportunities
• Leadership meetings
• Signature club events and tournaments
• Develop a foundational understanding of hospitality business operations.
• Build confidence, professionalism, and leadership readiness for future opportunities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current college student or recent graduate pursuing Hospitality Management, Business, Tourism, Culinary Arts, Recreation, or a related field.
• Passion for hospitality, service, leadership, and personal development.
• Desire to learn private club operations and luxury hospitality standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to receive coaching and feedback.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to interpret and execute verbal and written instructions, policies, procedures, and operational objectives with minimal supervision.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, carry, and move materials and supplies.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds independently or with assistance.
• Ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business levels require.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and high level of service excellence consistent with Discovery Land Company standards.