Cheval Blanc Sommelier Apprentice

About Cheval Blanc

Cheval Blanc, the exceptional hospitality Maison created by LVMH, embodies a contemporary art of welcoming guests in some of the world’s most coveted destinations. From Courchevel to the Maldives, Saint-Tropez, Paris and beyond, the brand combines architectural distinction, haute gastronomy, refined service and deeply personal experiences. As an employer, Cheval Blanc offers an environment where excellence is nurtured through craftsmanship, attention to detail and genuine warmth. Its teams are invited to grow within a culture that values discretion, creativity, emotional intelligence and the pursuit of perfection, contributing to a singular vision of luxury hospitality shaped by elegance, generosity and savoir-faire.

Role & Responsibilities

• Master methodical cellar organization, including bottle arrangement, labeling, rotation, and optimal storage conditions for wine preservation
• Prepare and present wines and spirits for service, ensuring strict adherence to high-end gastronomy protocols
• Assist the Head Sommelier in advising guests and executing wine service across Plénitude, Hakuba, Tout-Paris, and Langosteria restaurants
• Perform regular inventory audits, track incoming deliveries, and maintain fluid logistics between cellars and dining venues
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organization standards throughout all wine storage and service areas
• Develop oenological knowledge through continuous learning alongside expert practitioners
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety regulations at all times

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a specialized sommelier or oenology qualification (Mention Complémentaire Sommellerie, BP Sommelier, Bac Pro, or BTS Hôtellerie-Restauration)
• Fundamental knowledge of French and international wine regions with genuine passion for viticulture
• Professional-level English proficiency; additional foreign language skills highly valued
• Prior internship or entry-level experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality service is advantageous

Skills

Experience

Beginner level; previous internship or entry-level hospitality experience preferred but not mandatory.

Education

Pursuing or holder of a specialized qualification in sommellerie or oenology (Mention Complémentaire Sommellerie, BP Sommelier, Bac Pro, or BTS Hôtellerie-Restauration).

Workplace

Benefits

Provided and laundered professional uniform; complimentary staff meals; 95% reimbursement of public transport costs (Pass Navigo, Vélib, Transilien); access to corporate Uber account for nighttime travel (subject to conditions); 100% subsidized bicycle parking subscription (subject to conditions).

Culture

Cheval Blanc fosters a refined, intimate workplace culture where exceptional service is shaped by creativity, discretion, and a deeply personalized sense of hospitality. As an employer, it encourages teams to cultivate craftsmanship, emotional intelligence, and attention to detail within an environment that values elegance, collaboration, and continuous excellence.

About Cerulean

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