Cheval Blanc Commis Chef
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- May 3, 2026
About Cheval Blanc
Cheval Blanc St‑Tropez is a luxury hotel within the Cheval Blanc hospitality collection, part of the LVMH group. The property is celebrated for discreet, service‑driven hospitality, Michelin‑level gastronomy and an artisanal approach to guest experience, operating a small number of rooms and villas with an emphasis on culinary excellence.
Cheval Blanc St‑Tropez seeks a Commis Chef in Saint‑Tropez, France — join the brigade supporting Michelin‑level cuisine.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support Chefs de Partie in daily kitchen operations, executing basic and intermediate culinary preparations according to established recipes and technical sheets.
- Perform mise en place, simple cooking and careful plating/dressage to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
- Prepare and cut fresh produce with accuracy, applying appropriate culinary techniques and knife skills.
- Follow hygiene and food‑safety procedures (H.A.C.C.P.) and contribute to kitchen cleanliness and organization.
- Collaborate closely with the brigade to maintain service flow, follow instructions, and assist with stock control and supply handling.
Qualifications
- Culinary vocational qualification (CAP to Bac+2 / BTS) or equivalent professional training.
- Minimum three years' professional kitchen experience, including at least two years as a commis and prior experience in high‑end or Michelin‑starred restaurants.
- Demonstrable competence in working with fresh produce, basic butchery/cutting and recipe adherence.
- Strict application of H.A.C.C.P. standards and kitchen safety procedures.
- Reliable, disciplined, team‑oriented demeanour with strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience, including at least 2 years as a Commis and experience in Michelin‑starred or other high‑end restaurant environments.
Education
Culinary vocational qualification (CAP to Bac+2/BTS) or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Saint-Tropez, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, within easy reach of Nice.
Benefits
Lodging or housing allowance (€250 gross); meals provided during working hours; uniforms provided and laundered; transport costs covered (€100 outbound, €100 return); possible bicycle loan (conditions apply); work with passionate teams.
Culture
Cheval Blanc St‑Tropez cultivates an artisan, service‑led culture where discretion, precision and culinary excellence are paramount. The brigade environment prioritises mentorship, technical mastery and a respectful teamwork ethos consistent with luxury hospitality standards under the LVMH umbrella.
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