Discover the Spectacular Kansas City with Culinary Program

Description of the Host Company
Anticipate enrichment at the newly restyled Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Set in the vibrant downtown district, our hotel occupies a historic building, reflecting the charm and history of Kansas City, MO. When you're ready to venture out, walk to many of the area's prominent destinations, including the Kansas City Power & Light District, Kansas City Music Hall and T-Mobile Center. Enjoy a variety of contemporary American cuisine and superb cocktails at our on-site restaurant and bar and maintain your exercise regimen with a workout in our fitness center or indoor pool.

Description of the Training:
Step into the kitchen of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort and learn from the best chefs in the American hospitality industry at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Through the J-1 hospitality internship or traineeship program, you will rotate to different stations, acquiring the skills and techniques necessary to take the culinary world by storm.
This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience needed to excel in your career when you return to your home country.

ITN & Odyssey's All-Inclusive Program:
Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program.

Description of the Location:
Known for jazz, barbecue, and fountains, Kansas City is a creative community that prides itself on good times and friendly, fun-loving people. The city’s cool, cultural vibe is inspired by a thriving arts scene, one-of-a-kind museums and fantastic shopping. With over 200 fountains it has earned the nickname, "City of Fountains," and claims to have the second most in the world, just behind Rome.

• Must be a current student of a Hospitality or Culinary post-secondary academic institution.
• Or recent graduate (less than 12 months ago) of a Hospitality or Culinary post-secondary academic institution.
• Or a graduate of a Hospitality or Culinary post-secondary academic institution (more than 12 months ago,) with 12 months of verifiable related work experience.
• Or must have 5 years of verifiable related work experience.