College Internship at Thomas E. Strauss Inc. in Ronks, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Here is your opportunity to learn from an exceptional team at Thomas E. Strauss, Inc. through a Summer Internship Program!

We welcome all those interested in a Summer Internship Program with Thomas E. Strauss, Inc. to submit an application to gain experienceto fulfill requirements of a post high school degree program, including college, technical school and graduate studies. The internship program is designed to give you a well-rounded overview of the hospitality industry within our hotel, restaurants, retail stores and corporate services with your choice of business unit for the program which includes our hotel, AmishView Inn & Suites or Smokehouse BBQ and Brews and Miller's Smorgasbord.

Positions Available:

In 2025, there will be a total of 6 internship positions available, two for each of the business units listed below. Interns will be assigned to one primary business unit but get experience with several Thomas E. Strauss Inc., businesses. These business units will be:
AmishView Inn & SuitesSmokehouse BBQ and BrewsMiller's Smorgasbord
Expectations:
A friendly, professional demeanor towards coworkers and guests - after all our mission is to make people feel valued.Self-starter who owns the responsibility of the role.Show up to work on time, ready to work.Commitment to our values of diversity, integrity, excellence, accountability, community and FUN.

Internship Details:
Applications: Applications are due by April 15, 2025, and we encourage early applications. All internships will be determined and accepted on a rolling basis with the last date of acceptance on June 16, 2025.Internships must start date by June 16, 2025.Internship Period: Minimum of 8 weeks.Hours: Minimum of 40 hours perweek, exact hours to be determined by business unit manager based on business operations.Pay: Competitive pay!Discounted Meals: Interns are eligible for $5 meals while working and for a discount at the restaurants on days off.Employee Appreciation Days: Interns are invited to join in on Employee Appreciation Days.Goal: To provide a well-rounded experience for interns of all skill levels and interest.Program: The program will be broken into approximately 2-week periods so the intern can rotate through each area in their business unit. For hotel, this includes Housekeeping, Breakfast & Kitchen, Guest Services and Business Management. For restaurants, this includes Front of House, Back of House, Beverage Management and Retail Operations. Each intern will also get time with corporate support systems and business management.Additional Details: Program is adjustable based on previous experience and interest of the intern. Interns must provide school internship requirements to Thomas E. Strauss, Inc. Interns must be 18 at the start of the internship. Housing is not provided.

Our Businesses:
Miller's SmorgasbordMillers BakeryAnnas Gifts & SundriesLocally Made Food ShopSmokehouse BBQ and BrewsPlain & Fancy Country StorePlain & Fancy RestaurantAmishViewInn & SuitesThe Quilt Shop at Miller'sPlain & Fancy Country StoreThomas E. Strauss,Inc. Corporate Office

College Internship Program

Position Summary

To provide a well-rounded experience for interns of all skill levels and interests. This program is adjustable based on previous experience and interest of the individuals enrolled in it, and all participants will be familiarized with the topics listed below.

Each two-week class will also include time within our corporate office environmentin which the intern will spend time inaccounting, human resources, marketing, purchasing and group sales.
Hotel Internship: Two positions available

Housekeeping Department Basics: Two weeks with Housekeeping Manager and/or Supervisors to learn all the basics of service.
LaundryGuest RoomsPublic SpacesEvent Setup/Tear DownsInventory, Ordering, Receiving and Storage

Breakfast & Kitchen Basics: Two weeks with Kitchen Manager to learn all aspects of successful kitchen performance including flow of food, quality, consistency and safety.
Safety and SanitationFood PrepPositions: Open Cook, Dish, GrillFood Ordering and ReceivingFood CostsSpend one to two days in one of our sister restaurants to experience a larger scale operation

Front Desk & Guest Service Basics: Two weeks with General Manager and/or Guest Service Manager to become familiar with learning the basics of the hotel front desk position.
Answering PhonesMaking and Canceling ReservationsGuest Interactions and Guest RecoveryInterdepartmental Communications

Business Management:Two-weeks with General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager will give you an opportunity to learn about some of the financial considerations of running a hotelin a practical manner and practice being a successful managerinthe day-to-day business of the hotel operations.
Scheduling (Weekly and Daily)Revenue ManagementBudgeting and Pace ReportsLeadership Traits and ValuesRecognizing Right Job Fit when Hiring

Restaurant Internships: Four positions available

Front of the House Basics:Two-weeks with General Manager and/or Guest Services Manager to learn all the basics of service: menu knowledge steps of service, seating rotations, family-style group service.
HostingFood Running/BussingServingGroup Serving

Back of the House Basics:Two weeks with Kitchen Manager to learn all aspects of successful kitchen performance including flow of food into and out of the kitchen, quality, consistency and safety.
Safety and SanitationLine SetupLine CookingPrepFood Ordering and Receiving

Beverage Management:Two weeks with General Manager and/or Guest Service manager to become familiar with the alcohol offerings of the restaurant and learn the basics of beer, wine, and spirits and become comfortable behind the bar.
PA Liquor Laws/RAMP CertificationAlcohol Inventory and OrderingBeer/Wine Cocktail DemosBar Setup/Breakdown/Service

Retail Operations: Two weeks with a Retail Manager will give you an opportunity to learn about retail operations in one of our gift shops with a focus on guest interactions.
Cash Register Sales TransactionsGuest CommunicationsRestocking and Inventory ManagementImportance of Product Knowledge

Business Management:Timewith theGeneral Manager will give you an opportunity to learn about some of the financial considerations of running a restaurant in a practical manner and practice being a successful operator inthe day-to-day business of the restaurant.
Running ShiftsScheduling (Weekly/Daily)Staffing PlansInventory/Food CostBudgeting/Monthly Counts

Putting it All Together: Intern chooses the area (FOH/BOH/Bar/Retail) that they're most interested in and spends two-weeks focusing on operational tasks associated with the area.

Essential Requirements of the Internship:
Must be 18 or older8 weeks minimumFlexibility and being able to adapt in a fast-paced environmentBeing open to learn all facets of a hospitality businessAbility to interact with guests to provide a great guest experienceSupporting all members of the team

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
Communication skillsTime management"Safety First" focusAble to follow directions and communicate with guests and coworkers effectivelyDisplay a positive attitude at all timesDeliver a high quality of work to ensure we are providing top notch service

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