Culinary Internships: Intern abroad in Athens, Greece
If you’re passionate about the culinary arts and eager to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Greece, this internship is for you. Our culinary internships offer a unique opportunity to sharpen your skills, to elevate your knowledge and confidence. You’ll engage in dynamic kitchen activities within a renowned hotel, to support professionals within their craft.
What to expect from your Culinary internship:
- Gain insight into local techniques and specialities.
- Enhance your culinary skills with guidance from professionals.
- Build confidence and enhanced communication skills.
Your internship abroad host organization:
- 4-star, beach-side hotel
Internship details
If you’re driven by a passion for culinary arts and excited to dive into the rich culture of Greece, this internship is for you. Experience hands-on learning as you assist to hone your skills in a vibrant hotel environment. This immersive program will not only sharpen your culinary expertise but also provide real-world experience to boost your professional growth. Get ready to refine your craft, explore your creativity, and set the stage for a culinary career.
This is an in-country internship, with accommodation included. You can explore remote internships, if you are looking for an internship program that you can undertake from home.
Culinary internships in Greece are located in the town of Marathon, located approximately 45 minutes (40 km) outside of Athens. The town is also about 20 minutes from the Athens International Airport and just ten minutes from the port of Rafina, which serves to connect the capital with various Greek islands. Combining the infamous blue ocean vistas of Greece, with the greenery of nearby mountains, the region is popular for visitors year-round.
Internship placements for Culinary interns in Greece are offered through a 4-star, beach-side hotel. The hotel boasts 1,200 rooms, 4 swimming pools, 3 dining areas and a large sports center. Tasks can include (but are not limited to):
- Assisting in food preparation.
- Designing and updating menus.
- Inventory management, supplier relations, and guest satisfaction.
As an intern, you’ll step into the dynamic world of a thriving hotel kitchen. This immersive internship offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a skilled culinary team, including the Head Chef and restaurant manager, where you’ll learn not only the technical skills of the kitchen but also the requirements of restaurant management. With every dish you create and every task you tackle, you’ll gain insights into the rhythm of a professional kitchen, setting the stage for your growth as a culinary professional and a future career in the hospitality industry.
Culinary interns in Greece must have a genuine interest in all aspects of the industry, with a commitment to hands-on practice of both practical and theoretical activities. In all cases, interns should expect that the first week of your experience will focus on settling in and gaining some introductory knowledge. Ensure that you ask questions and provide feedback during the introductory period, so that your supervisor understands how you’re progressing. This will help them to better understand important details, such as how quickly you learn, what you find challenging, what you find interesting, etc.
Typical Schedule
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Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. The internship timetable is expected to be full time, but can be based on shift rosters, so may involve early starts, late finishes or weekend participation. This will reflect standard industry hours, and will not generally require more than 40 hours per week, so you will still have free time to enjoy the city. Interns should come prepared to be flexible and to also communicate any requests in regard to your preferred timetable, which can be taken into consideration when planning for you.
What are the career benefits of interning abroad as a Culinary Intern?
Culinary interns learn from a qualified and experienced supervisor, and can be involved in:
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Food preparation, baking, grilling, and plating.
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Designing and updating menus.
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Inventory management.
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Supplier relations and guest satisfaction.
Professional development opportunities:
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Enhanced technical skills related to food preparation, presentation, and safety protocols.
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Exposure to international cuisines and culinary practices.
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Build your industry connections.
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Deepen your understanding of food production.
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Gain practical skills and boost your employability, with guidance from Intern Abroad HQ’s Experiential Learning Curriculum to support your learning and cultural intelligence.
Are you eligible for this internship?
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Academic credit available for all internships
Get course credit from your college or university while completing your internship abroad or a remote internship program. It's a great way to meet your academic requirements and gain valuable experience at the same time.
Learn about course creditProgram fees
Applying for our Culinary Internship is completely free! The support package covers the assistance we provide in finding your internship and arranging your living accommodations in your host country, ensuring you thrive during your program.
Please note that a deposit of US$499 is required to confirm your place. The remaining balance (minus your initial US$499 deposit) is due at least 60 days before your internship start date.
Duration |
Program Fee (USD) |
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| 4 weeks | $2,024 Equivalent to $72 /day |
| 5 weeks | $2,214 Equivalent to $63 /day |
| 6 weeks | $2,439 Equivalent to $58 /day |
| 8 weeks | $2,839 Equivalent to $50 /day |
| 10 weeks | $3,284 Equivalent to $46 /day |
| 12 weeks | $3,684 Equivalent to $43 /day |
- Airport pick-up
- Accommodation
- 24/7 in-country support
- Program orientation
- Dedicated support before, during, and after your internship
- In-country guidance for social and tourist activities
- Sourcing and securing your internship placement
- Personalization of your internship plan
- Coaching from your supervisor
- Documented portfolio of your experiential learnings
- Academic credit facilitation
- International reference letter
- Certificate of Internship Completion
- All meals
- All in-country transportation
- Transfer back to the airport at the end of your internship program
- Visa (if required), flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check
- Personal spending money for snacks, drinks, public transport, laundry, and leisure activities during your free time.
Free-time experiences & tours in Athens
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Sail into the Saronic Gulf, stopping at three of the most picturesque islands - Hydra, Poros & Aegina.
Activities and tourism
On weekends and during free time, interns can unwind and indulge in the hotel’s impressive array of amenities, from the expansive swimming pool, to its restaurant, cafe, sports and entertainment options. Take a leisurely stroll through the town’s welcoming cafes and traditional tavernas, or discover the serene beauty of the local lake, historical archaeological sites, and pristine beaches. From the internship site of Marathon, the well-connected bus and train services make it easy to venture into Athens or explore other parts of Greece and the surrounding Aegean islands.
Arrival and Orientation
Culinary internships begin every Monday, through May and September only. Exceptions to this schedule may be made if start dates are shifted to avoid public holiday disruptions or if the program reaches maximum capacity. Interns may choose to spend a minimum of 4 weeks, up to a maximum of 12 weeks.
Airport pick up and accommodation are included in the Program Fee. The accommodation is covered from the Sunday night before the Monday start date - interns are required to arrive no later than the Sunday before their Monday start date, as all orientations are held on Mondays. Upon arrival, interns will be met, greeted, and transferred to the accommodation.
The typical port of entry is the Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). In order to receive the airport pick up service, interns are required to arrive on the Sunday before their Monday start date, between 9am and 6pm. An extra charge applies to any airport pickups outside this timeframe.
If you are planning to spend time independently in Greece prior to your internship and will not require an international airport pick up, we can discuss alternative arrival logistics with you.
The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. Extra nights of accommodation can be arranged in advance, if requested, and are subject to availability.
Orientation covers important details for your internship, including introductions, information about culture, customs, rules, expectations, safety, language lessons, cultural excursions, and more. Your specific internship placement orientation will follow the general orientation, as you’ll be shown how to travel to and from your internship and be introduced to the team you’ll be joining.
Please note that all participants are advised not to book flights until they have first registered to confirm their internship placement.
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Accommodation and WiFi
Culinary interns are accommodated onsite at a partnered hotel, conveniently located near Marathon Bay and the historic town of Marathon, Attica.
The accommodation consists of a 4-storey main building and an array of 2-storey bungalows in a village-like complex totalling 527 rooms. Hotel facilities include 4 swimming pools, 3 dining areas, a large sports center and free WiFi. Interns have full use of hotel facilities during their free time.
In most cases interns will receive their own ensuite room with a single or double bed; however, at peak times of the year, interns may be required to share with up to 2-4 other participants of the same gender. Rooming preferences will always be subject to availability.
Standard amenities include clean linen (i.e. bed sheets, pillows, towels), air conditioning, small fridge and kettle. All rooms include a bathroom with a shower and a western-style toilet.
Laundry facilities are located at the hotel, which program participants can easily access. It is free to use for all interns and hotel staff.
Please note that the accommodation pictured in the photo gallery of this webpage is provided as an example, since the exact room you’re assigned may differ slightly. However, you can expect a similar standard and similar amenities, to what is shown here.
Meals
Culinary interns are provided with three meals per day, Monday to Sunday (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Meals are buffet style and interns enjoy the same delicious dishes shared by hotel guests. Typical dishes in Greece are influenced by seasonal produce and on offer is a wide range of international and Greek buffet-style dishes, as well as themed cuisine nights. The dinner menu is usually set according to a weekly rotating schedule.
Please come prepared to independently take care of any personal dietary needs and/or preferences. All interns are advised to budget for extras, such as treats, snacks, dining out, takeaway orders, and other preferences or meal supplementations. Your weekly budget will be determined by your own personal spending habits and lifestyle choices, so please take this into consideration and plan accordingly.
Essential country information
| Capital | Athens |
| Population | 10.75 million |
| Languages | Greek |
| Currency | Euro (€ - EUR) |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 |
Weather and climate:
With its Mediterranean climate, Athens is one of the warmest capital cities in Europe. The summers are long, hot and dry and the winters are mild. The best time to visit Athens for the hot weather is from mid June to mid September. The hottest month is July, in which the temperature may peak around 92°F / 33°C. Heatwaves in Greece may occur but they are usually not prolonged (that coast moderates temperatures with coastal breezes). The cooler months are November through March. During this period, it rarely gets any colder than 42°F / 5°C in Athens (February is the coldest month). Rainfall in Greece varies throughout the year, although the summer months are drier in comparison. December is usually the wettest month of the year. Outside of Athens, the climate of Greece remains primarily Mediterranean. However, due to its mountainous regions, there is a range of microclimates and local variations. Snow regularly falls in the high mountains.
