Management Development Program
Auberge Collection
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- Excel
- Nice to have
- Recruiting
- Work
- On-site in Bethesda
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Excel27%Recruiting10%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 28, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Management Development Program (MDP) is a 12-month on-property paid training and development program focused on Food & Beverage. The program consists of 80% work experience and 20% professional development, divided into two phases:
- Phase 1: Mastering Service & Department Knowledge
- Phase 2: Management Essentials, Leadership & Soft Skills Development
Upon completion, MDP participants will be placed into a management role, based on availability and willingness to relocate. This program is exclusively designed for students or graduates from an accredited hospitality school within the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Gain 80% work experience through support role rotations throughout the property.
- Engage in 20% professional development, focusing on management essentials, leadership, and soft skills.
- Participate in monthly MDP Meetups with fellow MDPs.
- Engage in task force opportunities and assignments abroad.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Candidates will select their path of focus (Food & Beverage) and preferred property location during recruitment.
- Relocation stipend for approved expenses is available.
- Housing is available at participating locations.
- Overtime pay eligibility.
Qualifications
- Must be a student or graduate from an accredited hospitality school within the United States.
- Prior experience in hospitality is preferred.
- Demonstrated passion for the hospitality industry.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven willingness to learn, coupled with curiosity, resilience, and self-motivation.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Keen interest in leadership and career advancement.