Chef Empowerment · Gainesville, FL

Apply to Be an Intern

No experience required. Just a willingness to learn, work hard, and be part of something bigger than yourself.

What You'll Gain

Our internship is more than a cooking class — it's a launchpad.

Work alongside Executive Chef Carl Watts and learn professional culinary techniques used in real restaurants and catering operations.

We actively connect graduates with employers in the food service industry — our network opens doors that would otherwise take years to reach.

Go beyond recipes. Learn about nutrition, food sourcing, farm-to-table practices, and the systems that shape what communities eat.

Your work feeds real people. Interns contribute to community meals, youth cooking sessions, and disaster relief efforts through Grassroots Kitchen.

We work with your schedule. Programs are designed to accommodate students, young adults, and those transitioning from other situations.

All training takes place in Gainesville, FL — with opportunities to participate in community events and pop-up kitchens across the region.

Fill out the form below with your basic information and a short note about why you want to join Chef Empowerment.

A member of our team will contact you within a few days to schedule a brief conversation and answer any questions.

You'll meet the team, tour the kitchen, and get set up with everything you need to start your internship.

Jump in. From day one you'll be learning, contributing, and building skills that last a lifetime.

Takes about 5 minutes. We'll be in touch shortly after.