Cheval Blanc Commis Chef (Japanese cuisine)
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
About Cheval Blanc
Cheval Blanc is the luxury hospitality maison of the LVMH group, renowned for crafting immersive, artful hotel experiences that celebrate French savoir‑faire and haute gastronomy. The Paris property combines refined residential-style rooms with multiple signature restaurants, a Dior spa and high-end wellness and service standards expected of a luxury hospitality brand.
Cheval Blanc (LVMH) — Paris: Commis Chef (Japanese cuisine) full‑time CDI at Hakuba restaurant; minimum 3 years' experience in luxury or Michelin kitchens.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist the Chef de Partie in daily kitchen operations, including mise en place, food preparation and service support for the Japanese restaurant (Hakuba).
- Perform preliminary product preparation tasks: peeling, cutting, portioning, washing and basic butchery/vegetable work while respecting portion control and yield targets.
- Receive and check deliveries, ensure correct labeling, rotation and storage in accordance with stock procedures.
- Contribute to the elaboration and finishing of dishes following established recipes and plating/dressage standards.
- Maintain rigorous hygiene and safety standards in line with HACCP procedures; ensure cleaning and upkeep of workstations and equipment.
- Support the brigade during service periods, manage timely distribution of dishes and assist with waste sorting and disposal.
Qualifications
- Vocational culinary diploma (BEP, CAP or Bac Pro Cuisine) or equivalent professional qualification.
- Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in a luxury hotel kitchen or Michelin‑starred restaurant (including internships).
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of HACCP hygiene standards.
- Strong command of fundamental cooking techniques and mise en place.
- Reliable, adaptable and available for service hours typical of fine‑dining operations; excellent team spirit and attention to detail.
Skills
Experience
Minimum three years' practical experience in hotel or restaurant kitchens, ideally within luxury hospitality or Michelin‑starred environments, including at least one stage or supervised role in a comparable establishment.
Education
BEP/CAP/Bac Pro in Cuisine or equivalent vocational culinary qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
13th month salary after one year of service; staff restaurant meals provided; access to LVMH private sales after 6 months; uniform provided and laundered; 90% reimbursement of public transport passes (Pass Navigo, Vélib, Transilien); corporate Uber account available for night shifts (conditions apply); 100% coverage of bicycle parking subscription (conditions apply).
Culture
Cheval Blanc fosters an exacting culture of hospitality where craftsmanship, culinary excellence and discreet service converge. Teams are international, collaborative and focused on continuous refinement of guest experience and professional development within the LVMH ecosystem.
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