Culinary & Kitchen Operations Intern

Internship Opportunity: Culinary & Kitchen Operations Intern

Company: Aqua & Aroma

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (In-person)

Duration: [e.g., 3 Months / 6 Months - Specify your desired duration]

Stipend: [e.g., ₹6,000 - ₹10,000 per month or "Competitive Stipend"]

About Aqua & Aroma:
Aqua & Aroma is Hyderabad's premier cloud kitchen dedicated to providing healthy, delicious, and nourishing shakes, juices, and desserts. We are passionate about making healthy eating accessible and enjoyable, and we're rapidly expanding our reach across the city. Join us in our mission to promote wellness through wholesome food, crafted with fresh ingredients and innovative recipes

About the Internship:
Are you eager to gain hands-on experience in healthy cooking and kitchen operations? Aqua & Aroma is urgently looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Culinary & Kitchen Operations Intern to join our central kitchen team as soon as possible. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about the fast-paced cloud kitchen environment, contribute to our mission of serving nourishing meals, and develop valuable practical skills.

Key Responsibilities:
Food Preparation: Assist the culinary team in preparing fresh ingredients for shakes, juices, and desserts according to Aqua & Aroma's recipes and quality standards.

Recipe Execution: Learn and accurately follow recipes, ensuring consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.

Ingredient Management: Help with receiving, organizing, and storing ingredients, ensuring proper rotation and minimizing waste.

Kitchen Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering strictly to food safety and hygiene standards.

Equipment Maintenance: Assist with the proper cleaning and basic maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Order Fulfillment Support: Support the team during peak hours to ensure timely and accurate preparation of customer orders.

New Product Development (Optional): Contribute ideas or assist in testing new healthy recipes under supervision.

Inventory Checks: Assist with daily or weekly inventory counts of ingredients.

What We're Looking For:
Basic understanding of English (for communication and following instructions).

A strong passion for cooking, healthy food, and a genuine desire to learn about professional kitchen operations.

Ability to follow instructions meticulously and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Good communication skills and a team-player attitude.

Proactive, disciplined, and eager to take initiative.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and processes.

Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights.

Prior experience or coursework in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or Food Technology is a plus, but not required if you demonstrate strong interest and aptitude.

Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices is preferred, but training will be provided.

What You'll Gain:
Practical Kitchen Experience: Direct, hands-on experience in a commercial cloud kitchen.

Healthy Cooking Techniques: Learn specialized techniques for preparing healthy shakes, juices, and desserts.

Food Safety Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of professional food handling, hygiene, and kitchen management.

Recipe Development Exposure: Opportunity to learn about recipe scaling and consistency.

Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced chefs and kitchen managers.

Industry Insight: Gain valuable knowledge about the operations of a successful cloud kitchen in Hyderabad.

Certificate of Completion: A formal certificate upon successful completion of your internship.

Potential for Future Roles: Outstanding performers may be considered for future full-time culinary positions.

How to Apply:
Ready to blend your passion with our purpose and start immediately? We'd love to hear from you

Your interest in this specific Culinary & Kitchen Operations Internship.

What you hope to achieve and learn during the internship.

Any prior cooking experience or relevant skills you possess.

Subject Line: Urgent Internship Application - [Your Full Name] - Culinary Intern

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fresher, Internship
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: ₹6,000.00 - ₹10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 26/07/2025
Expected Start Date: 01/08/2025