Cheval Blanc Maitre d'Hôtel
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
About Cheval Blanc
Cheval Blanc is the luxury hospitality house within the LVMH portfolio, celebrated for intimate properties that blend bespoke service, high‑end gastronomy and refined design. The Maison cultivates an artisan approach to guest experience, with a strong emphasis on culinary excellence, savoir‑faire and discreet, personalized service.
Cheval Blanc St‑Tropez seeks a Maitre d'Hôtel in Saint‑Tropez, France. Contract role leading restaurant service, guest experience and a front‑of‑house team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise daily front‑of‑house operations to deliver refined, personalised guest experiences across the hotel's dining outlets.
- Lead, coach and mentor a team of Chefs de Rang, commis and trainees, ensuring consistent adherence to service standards and a collaborative esprit de corps.
- Transmit detailed knowledge of the menu and products to the team and guarantee flawless execution of fine‑dining service techniques.
- Ensure compliance with quality, hygiene and safety standards (HACCP) across all service moments.
- Manage point‑of‑sale billing and cash procedures and oversee accurate invoicing and financial follow‑up at the outlet.
- Support commercial activation by promoting the hotel's dining venues and participating in restaurant events to enhance guest engagement.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years' professional experience in fine dining or luxury hotel restaurants; at least 2 years in a comparable establishment preferred.
- BEP / CAP / Bac Pro in restaurant service, hospitality or equivalent vocational qualification.
- Proven mastery of formal table service techniques and front‑of‑house supervision.
- HACCP knowledge and strict hygiene practice.
- Fluent in French and English, both spoken and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a genuine passion for gastronomy and service.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in food & beverage, with prior exposure to luxury hotel or Michelin‑starred restaurant environments; at least 2 years in a comparable role is desirable.
Education
BEP/CAP/BAC PRO in restauration, hospitality or an equivalent vocational qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Saint-Tropez, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, within easy reach of Nice.
Benefits
Accommodation provided; meals during working hours; uniform supplied and laundered; transport reimbursement (€100 outbound, €100 return); possibility of loaned bicycle (conditions apply); passionate teams.
Culture
The Cheval Blanc houses prioritize refined, couture‑level hospitality delivered by tightly knit teams of skilled artisans. Staff are expected to uphold exacting service standards, collaborate across disciplines and contribute to a discreet, guest‑centric atmosphere characteristic of LVMH luxury hospitality.
About Cerulean
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