Summer 2026 Foods Management Internship - Dollywood Theme Park - Seasonal
At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating. We do this every day across all properties, all located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Ask anyone who has visited Dollywood Parks & Resorts and they will tell you this place is different. It's not a difference that you can touch or see - it's a difference you can feel. We are seeking College Program Participants who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together and caring deeply about our brand. This person also brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, creativity and genuine hospitality to the lives of our guests.
We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This individual is driven to create meaningful experiences for our hosts, guests, and community while ensuring the success and profitability of our unique offerings. We seek an individual who can bring the vision of the resorts to life. The right College Program Participant checklist will include equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.
The intern will support the successful operation of a food service location, along with administrative duties within Dollywood Theme Park. In turn, the intern will satisfactorily complete individual program requirements to satisfy college / university credit and / or course study requirements if needed. The Dollywood Company will provide the intern :
- The opportunity to complete course credit for the term of the internship
- Practical experience within a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment
- Opportunity to apply theory with practice
These responsibilities are to be conducted in a manner consistent with the mission and values of The Dollywood Company.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated, and accountable.
Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
Attend Leadership Development classes as available.Attend weekly intern meetings to discuss jobs of the week and learn about the different functions of a theme parkAct as a quality assurance inspector for food, ensuring a high qualityOrganize and develop a well-trained, efficient staff whereby, when promotions are available, qualified people are also availableEnsure preparation / food handling standards that ensure designated portion controlKnow, understand, & enforce the use of the "Start Fresh" program when necessaryBe available / willing to work at different locations throughout The Dollywood CompanyResponsible for labor management, including scheduling, time keeping, etcResponsible for Period End P&L reviewAssisting with creating and implementing improvements in guest excellence, profit contribution, and job satisfactionAssisting with Cost Analysis to include Cost of Sales, product mix, and Spending Per PersonShadow 800 (PIC) programExecute special project benefiting the Foods area as determined by ManagementManagement reserves the right to change and / or add to these duties at any time.
Education and Experience Required :
Must be enrolled in a continuing education / college programMust have basic computer skills and must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointValid driver's license and proof of personal liability insurance according to state lawAble to pass a drug screen and background checkKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Able to project Dollywood's image by being genuinely friendly and caring, and by taking pride in their workMust be self-motivated and disciplinedMust be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basisMust maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged informationMust display and live out our Lead with Love principles by being : patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicatedMust be willing to constantly improveMust have a professional appearance with good personal hygieneMust promote and support a "team" work environment by cooperating and helping co-workersMust adapt to changes easilyMust tolerate a fast-paced, hectic environmentMust show appreciation to othersMust be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to take action to meet their needs within company guidelinesMust enjoy working with people of varied ages, experiences, and education levelsMust have a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards the job, tasks, coworkers, other hosts, and guestsMust have a professional demeanor, be mature, focused, and articulateMust be willing to accept changes in work schedule and work assignmentsMust be able to maintain required attendanceMust be self-motivated and able to deal with a fast-paced, stressful environmentAble to display and live out our Lead with Love principles by being : patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicatedAble to maintain good personal hygieneAble to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflictsAble to comprehend instructions and retain informationAble to maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules, including any required overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidaysAble to tolerate a fast-paced, hectic environmentAble to be flexible to handle frequent changes in prioritiesAble to prioritize tasks and complete assignments on timeAble to work outdoorsAble to walk quickly, kneel, twist, reach, and bendMust have depth perception and the ability to see near and farAble to operate a fire extinguisherAble to think clearly and react quickly and calmly to changing situationsAble to move about and react quickly in emergenciesAble to learn quickly and multitaskAble to tolerate all outdoor elements wind, rain, high / low humidity, direct sun, temperatures from -40? F to 110? FAble to tolerate noiseAble to tolerate heightsAble to climb steps and has good balanceAble to make sound decisionsAble to tolerate approved exposure levels of various chemicals found in cleaning solventsAble to memorize written safety proceduresAble to perform reading, writing, and math skills necessary to :Take messages, professionally communicate in writingContribute to written team communicationsAdd, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate, make change, and operate a registerAnalyze statistical informationAble to remain alert and attentiveAble to operate a Point of Sale SystemAble to perform other duties as assignedMust be able to lift 30 pounds with or without a 2-person lift. 30+ pounds require a 2-person liftMust take Start Fresh training, as well as implement all safety aspects of Start Fresh trainingMust comply with all Health Dept., ServSafe, and Company regulations pertaining to Food Safety Handling ProceduresThe Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.