Belmond Food & Beverage Service Trainee

About Belmond

Belmond is a global operator of iconic luxury hotels, trains and river cruises, recognized for its bespoke hospitality and heritage properties. As part of the LVMH group, Belmond combines a commitment to authentic service with access to the Maison network’s craftsmanship and development programmes, offering employees multinational exposure within a portfolio of high-end properties.

Role & Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in a 400-hour blended training programme combining theoretical classes and practical workshops delivered by Belmond Academy and the Istituto dei Mestieri d’Eccellenza LVMH.
• Complete in-company training and a placement (stage) at a Belmond property in Italy or abroad, providing hands-on Food & Beverage service experience.
• Deliver attentive, personalised table and guest service in a luxury five‑star environment, including mise en place, order taking, service execution and bill handling under supervision.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene and uniform while following in-house procedures and service sequences.
• Participate in LVMH Master Classes, brand-focused visits and meetings to deepen understanding of luxury hospitality and guest experience.
• Demonstrate professional reliability, effective communication with guests and colleagues, and a proactive approach to learning and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Preferably in possession of a secondary school diploma (diploma di scuola media superiore).
• Open to unemployed, inactive candidates and those at the start of their professional career; maximum intake: 10 participants.
• Basic to good knowledge of English; willingness to follow the hospitality programme delivered in English.
• Basic familiarity with Food & Beverage tasks or prior short-term experience in hospitality is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong motivation, excellent interpersonal/communication skills, reliability, autonomy and result orientation.
• Willingness to relocate for the placement period to the Italian regions or international Belmond properties.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level — first professional experience welcomed; suitable for candidates with little or no prior work history who demonstrate strong motivation and basic hospitality knowledge.

Education

Preferably secondary school diploma (high school diploma).

Workplace

Benefits

Meals provided during the company internship; work uniforms supplied; structured 400-hour professional training with in-company placement at Belmond hotels and access to LVMH/Istituto dei Mestieri d’Eccellenza Master Classes and educational visits.

Culture

Belmond fosters a culture of refined hospitality where service, authenticity and attention to detail are paramount. As part of the LVMH family, it emphasizes professional development through immersive training and collaboration with Maison experts, offering exposure to luxury standards across an international portfolio.

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