Cheval Blanc Sommelier
Cheval Blanc Paris seeks a Sommelier (CDD) in Paris — manage cellar, provide expert wine service and curate pairings for a Michelin-level dining experience.
Overview
Cheval Blanc, part of the LVMH group, is a signature collection of luxury hotels and maisons that blend haute-hôtellerie with refined artisanal craftsmanship. The Paris Maison epitomizes urban hospitality with Michelin-recognised culinary offerings, bespoke guest experiences and a rigorous standard of service, making it a destination for discerning international clientele.
Role & Responsibilities
- Advise and guide guests through the wine and spirits list, tailoring recommendations to individual preferences and the menu.
- Execute refined wine service at the table, ensuring correct decanting, presentation and temperature control.
- Design and maintain harmonious food-and-wine pairings in collaboration with the culinary team.
- Manage cellar operations including stock control, receiving, storage conditions and regular inventories.
- Contribute to the evolution and curation of the wine list, sourcing new references that reflect guest tastes and the restaurant’s culinary direction.
- Promote premium products, bespoke services and gastronomic events to enhance guest experiences and commercial performance.
- Ensure compliance with hygiene and conservation standards for all beverage stocks.
Qualifications
- Vocational diploma in hospitality/catering: BEP, CAP or Bac Pro Restauration (or equivalent).
- Proven experience in luxury hotel or Michelin-starred restaurant service.
- Strong commercial aptitude with demonstrated upselling and guest communication skills.
- Fluent written and spoken English; mastery of a third language (Arabic, Russian, Chinese or Portuguese) is highly valued.
- Familiarity with hospitality IT systems: Pack Office, Micros and La Fourchette.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in wine service within a luxury hotel or starred restaurant of equivalent standing.
Education
BEP/CAP/Bac Pro in Hospitality, Catering or Restaurant Service (or equivalent vocational qualification).
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 3.316 open positions in Paris on Cerulean, with 67 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.727 open roles, including 101 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.275 open roles — 127 of them newly added.
Benefits
Staff restaurant meals; uniform provided and laundered; 90% reimbursement of transport pass (Pass Navigo, Vélib, Transilien); corporate Uber account available for night shifts (conditions apply).
Culture
Cheval Blanc cultivates an exacting, guest-centric culture rooted in craftsmanship and culinary excellence. The Paris Maison prioritizes collaborative teamwork, attention to detail and discreet, highly personalised service consistent with LVMH’s luxury hospitality standards.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.