Job Summary
With balconies full of geraniums and subtropical gardens that border an exclusive Sicilian beach – Villa Sant'Andrea, a Belmond Hotel feels like a private home nestled in Taormina Mare. The acclaimed restaurant serves freshly caught fish and decadent desserts enhanced by stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the heated infinity pool, wellness centre and stylish beach cabanas.
For the next season we are looking for a Chef de Cuisine to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges, possessing exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service and to create an exceptional experience for all our guests. He/she reports to the Executive Chef.
Main Duties
* Assist section chefs (Chef de Partie) in the preparation of ingredients and dishes.
* Maintain cleanliness and order of the workstation and kitchen.
* Handle and store food according to HACCP guidelines.
* Collaborate actively with the team to ensure efficient and high‑quality service.
Requirements
* Effective communication: communicate clearly and appropriately, both verbally and non‑verbally.
* Emotional intelligence: demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and emotions of guests and colleagues, adjust style accordingly, and manage own emotions in challenging situations.
* Adaptability: identify when a different approach is needed and offer solutions, embracing new ways of doing things.
* Collaboration: be willing to work as a team player.
* Basic knowledge of cooking styles, equipment, and raw material processing techniques.
* At least 1 year of previous professional experience in a similar role in a luxury environment, including school internships.
* Passion for service and ambition to grow professionally.
Benefits
* Training and development opportunities.
* Corporate welfare provided during the opening of the hotel.
* Meals provided when on‑duty.
* Uniforms and dry‑cleaning included during the opening of the hotel.
* Team social events.
* Accommodation may be provided upon request.
* Time off: enjoy 2 days off per week.
* Discovering Belmond programme – complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages.
About Belmond
Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Belmond has pioneered exceptional luxury travel since 1976, operating across 24 countries with properties ranging from the Venice Simplon‑Orient‑Express train to remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla. We build the Belmond brand on heritage, craftsmanship, and authentic service, while embracing community spirit and responsible, sustainable tourism.
Belmond is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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