Strategic Intern - Food & Nutrition

Sodexo Paintsville, KY
Internship Intern Level

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About This Role

This Strategic Intern position is a 10-week summer internship designed to provide hands-on exposure to healthcare food and nutrition operations while building foundational skills in leadership, operations, and business management within the Hospitality, Food Service, Contract Services, and/or Healthcare industry. Interns will support business units, assist with special projects, and gain experience working within a large corporate and team-based environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily dining operations across patient, retail, and catering environments
  • Learn food production fundamentals, including ordering, inventory control, menu planning, and food safety
  • Assist with front-of-house operations such as scheduling, payroll, customer service, and staff engagement
  • Gain exposure to human resources, training, and employee relations
  • Support basic financial and business functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
  • Participate in operational projects and initiatives that support food and nutrition goals
  • Build leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through hands-on experience

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Hospitality, Food Service Management, Business, Nutrition, or a related field
  • Strong interest in a career in the food service, nutrition, or hospitality industry
  • Willingness to be hands-on and learn in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with managers, staff, and clients
  • Basic knowledge gained through college coursework
  • Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to grow professionally within a large corporate organization

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Hospitality, Food Service Management, Business, Nutrition, or a related field
  • Prior food service experience is a plus, but not required

Nice to Have

  • Prior food service experience

Skills

Problem Solving * Communication * Organizational skills * Time management *

* Required skills

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Company Holidays
Medical Care
Dental Care
Tuition Reimbursement
Career growth opportunities
Vision Care
Wellness Programs
401(k) plan with matching contributions

About Sodexo

Sodexo partners with government agencies and military organizations to improve people’s quality of life by providing solutions for dining, nutrition, facilities maintenance, and rehabilitative services.

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