Belmond Cook
- Location
- Aguas Calientes Cusco Peru
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Belmond
Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.
As a Cook at Sanctuary Lodge, a Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu, the role prepares à la carte and made-to-order dishes to quality and food-safety standards, ensuring consistent preparation, appropriate ingredient use and reduced waste. Responsibilities include mise en place, recipe execution, food storage, kitchen hygiene, reporting shortages and supporting continuous service, in compliance with LQA, SQF, HACCP and occupational safety standards. The work schedule is 14 days on and 7 days off.
Role & Responsibilities
- Review daily recipes and instructions for the daily special and assigned dishes.
- Prepare the mise en place required for operations, including cuts, sauces, ingredients and specials.
- Prepare dishes assigned by the area supervisor, strictly following established recipes.
- Maintain quality, hygiene and food-handling standards during preparation and storage.
- Pack, cover and store sauces and preparations appropriately according to established requirements.
- Promptly report missing ingredients or supplies to the area supervisor.
- Support other cooks with tasks required to ensure service continuity.
- Clean and disinfect the work area before, during and after each shift.
- Comply with applicable LQA, SQF and HACCP standards for the Food & Beverage area.
- Comply with occupational health and safety rules, standards and procedures.
Qualifications
- Technical qualification in gastronomy, cooking or a related field.
- Basic-intermediate proficiency in English.
- Knowledge of culinary terminology and kitchen technical sheets.
- At least 2 years of experience in the role or in similar positions.
- Attention to detail, planning and organizational skills.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years in the role or in similar positions.
Education
Technical qualification in gastronomy, cooking or a related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Peru.
Benefits
100% employer-covered cancer insurance for the employee, with corporate rates for their partner and children; meals twice daily; shared staff accommodation; transport on the staff bus; 14-days-on, 7-days-off work schedule; hotel points; complimentary experiences and preferential rates at Belmond destinations; opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
Culture
Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.
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