Spring Food and Beverage Rotational Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: COLUMBIA, SC 29206Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $10.00 - $15.00 HourlyPosition Overview

Forest Lake Club is seeking a motivated hospitality student for a three-month Rotational Food & Beverage Internship. This hands-on position provides experience across the Club’s Events, Dining Room, and Lakeside Grille operations, giving the intern a well-rounded introduction to private club hospitality and member service.

Responsibilities

The intern will rotate through key Food & Beverage departments and assist with:

Private events, weddings, and member event planning and execution
Banquet setup, event timelines, BEOs, and vendor coordination
Formal and casual dining operations
Member and guest service
Reservations, table settings, menu knowledge, and service flow
Event marketing, signage, and promotional materials
Jonas Club Management and event diagramming software
Daily opening, closing, preparation, and operational responsibilities
Cross-departmental communication and special projects

 QualificationsQualifications

Current student pursuing Hospitality Management, Event Management, Food & Beverage Management, or a related field
Strong communication and organizational skills
Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
Enthusiastic about hospitality and providing exceptional service
Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on Club and event needs
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Internship Experience

Throughout the program, the intern will work alongside Club managers and staff while developing practical skills in food and beverage operations, event management, member service, administration, and hospitality. The internship concludes with a final project and evaluation designed to demonstrate the knowledge and experience gained throughout the rotations.