Train in some of the best restaurants in the world!

Internships in Michelin-Starred Kitchens

✔ Free Accommodation

✔ For serious chefs only!

‍ ‍ ✔Work with Top Chefs

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Apply Online – Submit your application and CV through our quick online form.

We Connect – A short videocall to understand your goals, motivation and timeline.

Placement – If you qualify for our program, we match you with a restaurant that fits your skills and ambitions.

Legal & Documentation – We handle your official internship agreement, insurance and legal framework.

Start Your Internship – Pack your knives—your fine-dining experience starts here.

Let’s make your dream come true!

Our internships place you in Michelin-starred restaurants in Spain. Housing and meals are included, but the internship is unpaid and there is a program fee. Answer a few quick questions to see if we are a match.

Who We Are

At Stages Abroad, we connect passionate culinary students and young chefs with some of the best kitchens in Europe — from Michelin-starred restaurants to top fine dining spots in Spain, Italy, and Portugal.

For us, it’s about more than just an internship. It’s about helping you grow — as a chef and as a person. Stepping into a new culture, challenging yourself, and gaining real experience in high-level kitchens.

We’re here to guide you through the entire process. From finding the right place to handling the paperwork, we make sure everything is taken care of — so you can focus on learning, improving, and enjoying the journey.

🌍 Why Choose Stages Abroad?

✅ Michelin-star restaurants only. We specialize 100% in gastronomy
✅ Free accommodation and meals in every program
✅ 100+ culinary students placed since 2023 in 50+ partner restaurants
✅ Full support with contracts, visa and paperwork
✅ Kitchen and Front of House internships, starting year-round

SOME OF OUR PARTNER RESTAURANTS