J-1 Culinary Training Program – Richmond, Virginia
Take the next step in your culinary career with a 12-month paid Culinary Training Program in Richmond, Virginia! Our host company is seeking passionate culinary professionals who are eager to gain hands-on experience, develop their kitchen skills, and train in a professional U.S. hospitality environment.
This program provides an opportunity to learn from experienced culinary teams while building valuable skills in food preparation, kitchen operations, and restaurant standards. With paid training opportunities available, this is a great chance to grow professionally while experiencing life and culture in the United States.
Program Benefits:
• Paid culinary training opportunity
• Competitive pay: $13.00–$15.00 USD per hour
• Temporary housing provided for up to 14 days while candidates secure permanent accommodations
• Hands-on experience in an American hospitality kitchen environment
J-1 Internship/Trainee Program Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary hospitality or culinary education program.
OR
• Hold a hospitality or culinary degree with at least 1 year of relevant work experience outside the United States.
OR
• Have at least 5 years of relevant culinary or hospitality work experience outside the United States.