F&B Service Trainee - Colonnade (m/w/d)

Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern is looking for an Food & Beverage  Trainee for our 2 Star Michelin Restaurant Colonnade.

Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern is an iconic Belle Époque landmark, offering a premier luxury experience. It comprises 136 rooms and suites, three restaurants, one bar together with a variety of meeting facilities, a Spa and a fitness room.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern, within the Colonnade department, the F&B Trainee is responsible for ensuring a smooth operation within our Fine Dining Restaurant, anticipate our guests’ needs and have full knowledge of the menu and seasonal offerings.

As a Food & Beverage Service Trainee – Fine Dining, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Serving food and drinks professionally
• Complying with our high-quality service standards
• Supporting the supervisors in their daily tasks
• Providing the necessary Mise en Place
• Setting up and cleaning the restaurant
• Complying with hygiene regulations and cleanliness within the framework of the HACCP guidelines

As a Food & Beverage Service Trainee – Fine Dining, we expect from you:

• Open-mindedness and delight in dealing with guests
• A strong sense of service and service-mindedness
• Ability to work in a team and guest-oriented personality
• Good communication skills
• Excellent manners and a well-groomed appearance, as well as a positive charisma
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure - your position includes weekend and holiday shifts
• Very good knowledge of English and very good basic German skills.

Our commitment to you:

• In-house experience – As a trainee you are entitled to one night of complementary in-house experience
• F&B Discounts in our Outlets
• Training Opportunities
• Swiss Deluxe Hotels. As a member of the Swiss Deluxe Hotels you and your loved ones get to enjoy stays at many prestigious properties all across Switzerland. From vibrant city hotels to grand hotels deeply rooted in their surroundings, the perfect get-away is only a reservation away.   
• And much more!

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