What are the responsibilities and job description for the Austin - Internship Level 1 position at Aba?
About US
Aba, located in Music Lane in downtown Austin, showcases Chef Partner CJ Jacobson's lighter style of cooking with influences from the Mediterranean including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and Greece.
Overview
We are NOW HIRING for our Internship Opportunities at Aba Austin!
Lettuce Entertain You is excited to offer a variety of options for internships and culinary externships. We offer two levels of Restaurant Management Internships that take place over the summer months. In addition to our summer programs, we offer culinary externships throughout the school year and summer.
This program will run from May 27 through August 5, 2025, approximately 10 weeks in length. Applications will be accepted until Friday, April 11, 2025; late applications will not be considered. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Please email mbanovic@lettuce.com with any questions.
Our Level 2 internship program is BY INVITATION ONLY.
Responsibilities
Both Level 1 & 2 Interns
TO ALL CHICAGO-BASED INTERNS: Please be aware that working both days of the NASCAR Race (July 5-6, 2025) and all four days of the Windy City Smokeout festival (July 10-13, 2025) are mandatory. Interns in other markets with interest in working either event, may do so with prior approval from partners and/or general managers. All interns will be responsible for any travel and/or accommodations needed during either event.
Level 1 Summer Internship Program
Interns are hired to work an hourly role in one of our restaurants in Illinois, Washington D.C., Minnesota, Nevada, Texas or Florida.
Interns attend weekly meetings where Lettuce industry experts cover topics such as restaurant financials, menu creation, marketing and more.
The Level 1 internship includes a group project with final presentation at a live expo.
Level 2 Summer Internship Program
Positions include a variety of restaurant opportunities based on experience!
Level 2 includes completing a restaurant-based Project Checklist and an individually curated experience depending on the restaurant's needs and the intern’s level of expertise.
Interns are hired to work in a leadership role in one of our restaurants in Illinois, Washington D.C., Minnesota, Nevada, Texas or Florida.
Qualifications
Level 1 Summer Internship Program
At least one year of hospitality, retail or other customer service experience is required.
Level 2 Summer Internship Program
Applicants must have must have the following to be considered:
Successfully completed a Level 1 Lettuce Internship
4-5 years of hourly restaurant experience
Why Work With Lettuce?
We are a culinary-driven company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 100 locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce! EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify
