Belmond Culinary Intern (Hotellerie)
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 15, 2026
About Belmond
Belmond is a collection of landmark luxury hotels, trains and river cruises known for heritage properties, refined service and experiential hospitality. As part of the LVMH group, Belmond combines artisan savoir‑faire with global standards of excellence and invests in training and talent development through partnerships such as the LVMH Institute of Excellence.
Belmond — Rapallo: Culinary Intern (Hotellerie). 400‑hour LVMH Institute apprenticeship including classroom training, masterclasses and stage placements at Belmond hotels.
Role & Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in 400 hours of combined theoretical and practical training at Belmond Academy in Rapallo, including English language classes tailored to hotellerie.
- Complete a specialist culinary curriculum comprising hands‑on kitchen training, mise en place, basic cooking techniques and food hygiene practices.
- Undertake an in‑company stage placement at a Belmond property in Italy or abroad (e.g., Hotel Caruso, Splendido, Cipriani, Reid's Palace) to apply learned skills in a five‑star environment.
- Participate in LVMH Institute Master Classes and brand‑focused site visits delivered by recognised industry professionals.
- Collaborate with brigade teams during service, adhering to kitchen standards, recipes and plating specifications.
- Demonstrate professionalism in guest interaction and support front‑of‑house when required to ensure seamless guest experience.
Qualifications
- Preferably a secondary school diploma (high school) or equivalent.
- Eligible candidates include unemployed, inactive individuals or early‑career candidates seeking first professional experience.
- Basic to good command of English appropriate to the course level; willingness to engage in English training.
- Foundational knowledge relevant to a culinary profile (basic cooking or kitchen exposure preferred).
- High motivation, strong communication and interpersonal skills, reliability, autonomy and results orientation.
- Willingness to relocate to regions where Belmond properties are located for the stage placement.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level — suitable for candidates with little or no prior professional experience; the programme targets first professional experience through a 400‑hour blended training and staged placement.
Education
Preferably secondary school diploma (high school) or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Rapallo, Liguria, Italy — conveniently close to Genoa.
Benefits
During the in‑company stage Belmond provides meals and work uniforms; participants also receive structured training and access to LVMH Institute Master Classes.
Culture
Belmond fosters a culture of heritage hospitality and meticulous service, blending local authenticity with luxury standards. As part of LVMH, the employer emphasises craft, mentorship and continuous learning through structured academies and cross‑brand masterclasses.
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