Intern - Hospitality and Food Services (Summer 2025)

Summary

The New York office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking to hire a Hospitality and Food Services Intern to be a part of our 2025 Summer Internship Program. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,200 lawyers located in 15 offices in six countries. 

The Hospitality and Food Services Intern will report to the Food Services Manager and Manager of Food Services Operations and collaborate with various other hospitality departments including Conference Services, Events/Marketing, Office Services, Reception and Talent Management. The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, able to adapt to changing priorities, and pursing a degree in hospitality management, business management/ administrative or related field. Candidates must also be able to maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates should be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment 

At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you. This a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a law firm environment. Candidates should be willing to work in office regularly starting June 2025 – August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Support hospitality department heads and staff to ensure that all aspects of office meetings and events are best in class.
• Assist with menu development, guest vendor management/relations, equipment maintenance, kitchen organization and distribution of food supplies under supervision of manager of food service operations.
• Assist with the replenishment, inventory and distribution of pantries under the supervision of the Manager of Food Services. Operations.
• Oversee and assist Food Services staff with the planning, setup, and breakdown of conference rooms for a variety of internal, client and special events with guest counts ranging from 10-200 attendees.
• Provide ideas for strengthening hospitality excellence and five-star experiences within our operation.
• Follow up with client requests as they arise.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Pursing a degree in hospitality management, business management/administration or a related field with an interest in hospitality management.
• Prior hospitality, customer service, food service experience and knowledge a plus.
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Firm personnel.
• Ability to pivot effectively when an established plan changes.
• High sense of situational awareness and keen eye for attention to detail.
• Exhibits a strong team oriented attitude with an understanding of how personal efforts contribute to the overall goals of the department and ultimately the firm.
• Ability to utilize and navigate various types of software and technology (i.e. Web-based ordering platforms, MS Office Suite, etc.)
• Highly motivated and energetic personality.

ADA Requirements

• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.
• Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment and food service supplies.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 40 lbs. 

Employment Status

• Non-Exempt
• In-office

Pay Range

Pay Range Statement

The pay range for this role is $19 - $22 per hour and represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location.

EEO Statement

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.

Salary : $19 - $22