Sommelier/Chef de Rang (f/m/d)

Kempinski; Sankt Moritz; Vor Ort; CHF 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Live and work in Engadine Alps

Staff accommodation nearby

Employee meals in staff restaurant

In-house childcare facility access

Employee activities: skiing, spa, golf

Internal welfare committee

Zusammenfassung

Kempinski in St. Moritz seeks a dynamic Sommelier/Chef de Rang for the 2026/27 winter season. The role emphasizes wine service, cellar management, and elegant table service in a luxury setting.

Fluent German and English are required, with hospitality training and several years in upscale gastronomy. The position offers seasonal full-time work in the Engadine Alps with extensive guest interaction.

Qualifikationen

• Completed training in a comparable hotel and several years of upscale gastronomy experience.
• Knowledge of wine service and winemaking.
• Comprehensive knowledge of grapes and grape varieties.
• Certified sommelier.
• Sound knowledge of current wine trends and ratings.
• Able to organise training sessions for the team.
• German and English proficiency at a high level.

Aufgaben

• Sales and recommendations of selected wines.
• Management of the wine cellar and stock control.
• Monthly inventories and preparation of wine lists.
• Ordering of new wines.
• Active sales and advice to guests on wine and food pairings.
• Welcoming and looking after guests.
• Organisation of wine tastings and events.
• Coordinate with kitchen for wine pairings with dishes.
• Table service and guest assistance.
• Daily mise en place work and weekly training.
• Maintain contacts with winegrowers and merchants.

Kenntnisse

Wine service

Wine cellar management

Stock control

Wine tastings & events

Team training

German language

English language

Certified sommelier

Upscale gastronomy

Work under pressure

Ausbildung

Hotel/ hospitality training

Certified sommelier

Jobbeschreibung

Sommelier/Chef de Rang (f/m/d)

Department: Food & Beverage

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: Switzerland - St. Moritz

Description

Under a name steeped in tradition, Kempinski, hoteliers since 1897 ,has travelled the world in search of fascinating destinations without ever forgetting its traditions and European heritage. The lavish resorts as well as the stylish city and wellness hotels reflect an individual and unique character, especially for guests who appreciate 5-star service and luxury when travelling for business or pleasure.

Do you aim to reach high standards? Are you only satisfied when your guests are too? Are you highly motivated and do you appreciate the expertise of a well-coordinated team?

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Sommelier/Chef de Rang to join our innovative restaurant team for the coming 2026/27 winter season!

Key Responsibilities

• Sales and recommendations of selected wines
• Management of our wine cellar and stock control
• Monthly inventories and preparation of wine lists
• Ordering of new wines
• Active sales and advice to our guests in the selection of food and beverages, especially in the context of our wines
• Welcoming and looking after guests
• Organisation of wine tastings and events
• Collaboration with the kitchen team, to optimally coordinate wine pairings with our range of dishes
• Table service
• Maintaining contacts with winegrowers and wine merchants
• Assistance with breakfast service and a la carte service in the evening
• Daily mise en place work
• Participation in weekly training courses
• Working to Kempinski standards

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Completed training in a comparable hotel and several years of extensive professional experience in upscale gastronomy
• Knowledge of wine service and winemaking
• Comprehensive knowledge of grapes and grape varieties
• Certified sommelier
• Sound knowledge of current wine trends and ratings
• Able to organise training sessions for the team
• Ability to work under pressure, orderliness and a very high level of quality awareness Structured, organised working style, and very high quality awareness
• Structured and organised way of working
• Great interest in team-oriented work
• Your motto is to be a perfect and amiable host to every guest
• You are happy to take responsibility for the guests and employees entrusted to you and are happy to pass on your expertise to younger colleagues
• Very good knowledge of German and English is a prerequisite. Basic knowledge of another foreign language is desirable

Benefits

• Live and work in the heart of the Engadine Alps
• A wide range of creative opportunities
• Pleasant working atmosphere in a young and dynamic team
• International career prospects and development opportunities
• Outstanding employee benefits in all Kempinski Hotels
• Staff accommodation in the immediate vicinity of the hotel incl. washing facilities, fitness & communal room and a wide range of meals in our staff restaurant.
• Free use of the in-house childcare centre for employees' children
• Monthly employee activities such as skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing courses, hiking excursions, spa evenings and German courses
• Internal ‘Feel Good Committee’ to help shape all welfare issues