Cheval Blanc Sommelier

Paris • France

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Cheval Blanc, a distinguished entity within the LVMH conglomerate, epitomizes the essence of luxury hospitality by offering a unique, personalized, and contemporary experience. Since its inception in 2006, Cheval Blanc has expanded its presence to prestigious locations such as Courchevel, the Maldives, St-Barth, St-Tropez, Paris, and the Seychelles. The brand is committed to nurturing talent and providing an environment where employees can excel and showcase their potential.

1. Manage daily operations within the sommellerie service.
2. Advise on wine and spirit sales and ensure optimal guest satisfaction throughout the service.
3. Handle billing and payment processes in coordination with the hierarchical superior.
4. Promote the hotel's dining venues and events, as well as those across Cheval Blanc properties.
5. Ensure operational setup, control, and restocking of the wine cellar.
6. Manage inventory and collaborate with the purchasing department.
7. Welcome and advise guests to enhance their experience and increase sales.
8. Take and transmit orders, and serve beverages and potentially dishes as per hotel procedures.
9. Assist in clearing and resetting tables.
10. Present bills and process payments following hotel protocols.
11. Promote various services and products within the hotel and Cheval Blanc properties.
12. Perform cleaning tasks according to hotel procedures.
13. Supervise assigned staff.
14. Manage linen setup, renewal, and supply.
15. Facilitate internal communication and information flow within the service.
16. Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and alcohol and tobacco regulations.
17. Report any abnormal situations concerning client or colleague safety to superiors.

1. Formal training in sommellerie, such as Bac Pro Service et Commercialisation, Bac STHR, BP Sommellerie, MC Sommellerie, or WSET Level 4.
2. Knowledge of HACCP hygiene standards.
3. Understanding of beverage service legislation.
4. Familiarity with luxury hospitality or Michelin-starred dining environments.
5. Strong grasp of gastronomy and the world of sommellerie and oenology.

1. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong representational potential.
2. Exceptional customer service and hospitality skills, with courtesy and tact.
3. Empathy and the ability to anticipate and propose solutions.
4. Meticulousness, precision, organization, and attention to detail.
5. Availability, flexibility, and adaptability.
6. Team spirit.
7. Desire to advance in the hospitality and restaurant industry.
8. Proven sales and communication skills.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Micros.
10. Fluent in English (written and spoken).
11. Proficiency in a third language is advantageous (Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Portuguese).

A minimum of 3 years of significant experience in sommellerie within a similar high-end establishment is required.

Formal training in sommellerie or related fields.

The position offers a stimulating work environment, a 13th-month salary after one year, 50% reimbursement of health insurance, access to LVMH private sales after six months, extensive internal training, social assistance, secure bicycle and scooter parking, company Uber account for late-night commutes, 80% reimbursement of transportation costs, provided and laundered uniforms, meals at the staff restaurant, and opportunities for internal mobility within Cheval Blanc and LVMH after two years.

Cheval Blanc Paris is dedicated to unveiling the human potential within each employee, offering an environment where talents are empowered to flourish. The brand values its ambassadors and provides a nurturing atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth.