Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants (LEYE) is an independent, family-owned restaurant group based in Chicago that owns, manages and licenses restaurants in Illinois, Minnesota, Maryland, Nevada, California, Texas, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and most recently Florida. We were founded in June 1971 by Richard Melman and Jerry A. Orzoff with the opening of R.J. Grunts and today, thanks to the creativity of our partners, we proudly service guests at more than 60 concepts ranging from fast casual to fine dining restaurants. Learn more about Lettuce at www.lettucejobs.com & on our Instagram @lettucelife!
CARING FOR PEOPLE ON EARTH SINCE 1971: Lettuce’s Culture of Caring is at the heart of everything we do.
Everyone at Lettuce is encouraged to develop and grow in their own way, and those with the desire, qualifications and drive find real opportunity for advancement. There’s proof: a lot of Lettuce leaders began their careers in entry-level positions in our restaurants. The secret to their success is no secret. It’s dedication to excellence, outstanding performance and consistently going above and beyond.
CARING FOR YOURSELF
You can only care for others if you take good care of yourself. We support your efforts to be physically and emotionally well.
CARING FOR EACH OTHER
Our success depends on everyone working together as a team. We believe that asking for help is a sign of strength and we are always there for each other.
CARING FOR OUR GUESTS
We do whatever it takes to make every guest happy. We call it above and beyond.
"We are committed to the development of our people, which in turn leads to the success of our business.” - Richard Melman
THE LETTUCE INTERN EXPERIENCE
Lettuce Entertain You is excited to offer a variety of options for internships and culinary externships. We offer two levels of Restaurant Management Internships that take place over the summer months. The Level 1 and Level 2 Internship Programs will run late-May until early-August, 2023. In addition to our summer programs, we offer culinary externships throughout the school year and summer.
LEVEL 1 PROGRAM
Some hospitality, retail or other customer service experience is required. Interns are hired to
work an hourly role in one of our restaurants in Illinois, Washington D.C., Minnesota, Nevada,
Texas, California or Florida. Interns attend weekly live streamed meetings where Lettuce industry
experts cover topics such as restaurant financials, menu creation, marketing and more. Level 1
includes a group project and final presentation.
LEVEL 2 PROGRAM
Applicants must have one or more of the following to apply:
Previous Lettuce Internship experience participation OR comparable hospitality
internship. 4-5 years of hourly restaurant experience Interns are hired to work in a leadership role in one of our restaurants.
Positions include a variety of restaurant opportunities based on experience! Level 2 includes completing restaurant-based Project Checklist and Manager shadow shifts.
CULINARY EXTERNSHIPS
Culinary Externships are available throughout the year at many Lettuce Entertain You locations.
Whether you are looking for practical kitchen experience or are looking for educational credit,
Lettuce has ongoing culinary education positions for you!
