- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Hotel Cipriani
Opened in 1958 by Giuseppe Cipriani, Hotel Cipriani is a landmark of Venetian hospitality, set amid gardens on Giudecca Island overlooking the lagoon. Part of Belmond, within the LVMH group, the hotel combines Italian elegance, distinguished gastronomy and attentive, discreet service. As an employer, it offers a setting where hospitality professionals can contribute to a celebrated heritage through roles spanning guest relations, culinary arts, housekeeping and hotel operations. Its distinctive character calls for cultural sensitivity, meticulous attention to detail and collaborative expertise, appealing to individuals who take pride in thoughtful service and the enduring traditions of luxury hospitality.
Hotel Cipriani, a Belmond Hotel, Venice, is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to coordinate and supervise high-quality production for banquets, events, and ceremonies, ensuring impeccable service and hotel standards. This full-time seasonal position runs from April to September 2026, five days per week.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise high-quality food production for banquets, events, and ceremonies.
- Ensure impeccable service and compliance with hotel standards.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen brigade to create memorable culinary experiences for special events.
- Lead, motivate, and supervise the team while maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
- Maintain high kitchen health and safety standards.
Qualifications
- Proven previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in banquet operations at a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
- Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and hygiene regulations.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage priorities and stress in a dynamic environment.
- Good command of Italian and excellent communication skills, with full respect for superiors and colleagues.
Skills
Experience
Proven previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in banquet operations at a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Venice, Veneto, Italy.
Benefits
Seasonal fixed-term contract with priority rights for potential return in subsequent seasons; accommodation in the hotel property’s Staff House, with a staff-only dining hall, gym, and laundry; company welfare benefits; performance bonus upon achievement of the hotel’s predetermined quality objectives; life insurance; extensive in-person and online training through a platform and app; access to Belmond employee programmes, including Belmond Discovering, which offers food and beverage discounts and complimentary stays at other group properties after a minimum length of service.
Culture
Hotel Cipriani’s workplace culture reflects Venetian elegance, discreet service and meticulous attention to detail, with each team contributing to a highly personalised guest experience. Its distinctive setting on the island of Giudecca brings together hospitality expertise and local heritage, placing professionalism, collaboration and respect for tradition at the heart of daily work.
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