Hospitality/Food & Beverage Intern - The Little Nell - Summer 2026

Company Description

The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel, featuring luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, renowned dining, spacious accommodations, and unparalleled access to America’s most famous mountain town.  

A Relais & Châteaux resort, The Little Nell is consistently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The new Spa at The Little Nell is rooted in ‘The Aspen Idea’ - a holistic lifestyle philosophy that integrates mind, body, and spirit. During ski season, The Little Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub and health center year-round. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards for decades including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation.  

For the first time since its inception, the first Nell hotel outside of Aspen will open at Rockefeller Center in 2027, bringing its legendary sophisticated style and legendary Aspen culture to New York City. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on X, Instagram or Facebook. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

Position Summary
The Hospitality/Food & Beverage Intern will participate in partnership with their University’s internship program and the hotel with an objective to enhance their hotel and food product knowledge while gaining an overall understanding of the operation and its outlets through training and exposure. Depending upon individual initiative, previous work experience and business demands, each Intern will be assigned to one position within the F&B department. The Little Nell F&B department is made up of several outlets: Element 47, Ajax Tavern, Banquets, and In Room Dining. This position reports to the Restaurant Manager.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 15, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
•    Work assigned position within the Food & Beverage department 
•    The Intern reports directly to the Manager of the outlet assigned, through the use of the school evaluation form, as well as a hotel performance evaluation to evaluate performance
•    Available positions depend upon the business demand, the intern’s initiative & performance
•    Must comply with all policies and procedures for the F&B department, The Little Nell, and Aspen One
•    The Intern must be flexible to work overtime hours, possibly in other F&B outlets when business demands
•    Maintain work area cleanliness throughout shift and clean work area at shifts end
•    Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
•    Adhere to uniform dress code standards, the hotel provides uniforms and cleaning services for uniforms
•    Complete a 6-hour orientation program & attend Forbes training 
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
•    To participate in this program a student must be seeking an internship as required by a University for class credit towards their degree, preferably in Hospitality Management
•    Minimum 6 months of work experience in hospitality, restaurants or related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to learn and grow in the hospitality industry
•    Strong problem-solving mindset and a passion for delivering excellent guest experiences
•    Skilled in influencing and acting as a role model to others
•    Strong desire to learn all operational and strategic facets of the business
•    Ability to comply with all policies and procedures for Hotel Operations and Food & Beverage departments
•    Ability to assist in emergency and sec