Souschef (F/m/d)

Under a name steeped in tradition, Kempinski, hoteliers since 1897, has travelled the world in search of fascinating destinations, without ever forgetting its traditions and European heritage. The spacious resorts and stylish city and wellness hotels reflect an individual and unique character, especially for guests who appreciate 5-star service and luxury on their business or private trips.

What actually makes a grand hotel? It is ahead of its time, creating and cultivating traditions. Would you like to develop your own traditions and strengthen the positioning of your area as a sporty, inviting, warm and refreshingly uncomplicated 5-star hotel?

Then we are looking for you to support our creative kitchen team starting in the coming winter season 2025/2026.

Key Responsibilities
- Together with the entire kitchen team, you will ensure that our guests enjoy a culinary experience of the highest standard. The gastronomic offerings of our restaurants are characterised by light and creative cuisine. We rely on the best products from the mountains and the enthusiasm of our employees.

Your main tasks will include:

- Instructing employees in the main kitchen in consultation with the head chef
- Sharing responsibility for the training of apprentices and the further training of subordinate employees
- Monitoring hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with HACCP guidelines
- Monitoring the functionality of all appliances and equipment in the main kitchen
- Monitoring all activities of the kitchen brigade in the main kitchen in consultation with the head chef
- Organising the à la carte, room service, banquet and restaurant Les Saisons business in cooperation with the head chef
- Processing all orders for the dry goods store
- Responsibility for cost-conscious working
- Creating canteen meal plans
- Creating recipes, monitoring standards and performing quality controls

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- For this challenging role, you will have:

- Completed training as a chef
- At least three years of professional experience in fine dining in all positions
- Initial experience in a similar position with comparable requirements
- Professional expertise, creativity and a love of cooking
- Written and spoken German and English skills
- A structured and organised approach to work
- A keen interest in team-oriented work

**Benefits**:

- Live and work in the heart of the Engadin Alps
- A wide range of creative opportunities
- A pleasant working atmosphere in a young and dynamic team
- International career prospects and development opportunities
- Outstanding employee benefits in all Kempinski hotels, among others
- Staff accommodation in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, including laundry facilities, a fitness and common room, a kitchen and a wide range of dishes in our staff restaurant
- Free use of the in-house daycare centre for employee children
- Monthly employee activities such as skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing courses, hiking trips, spa evenings and German courses
- Internal ‘Feel Good Committee’ to help shape all welfare issues

About Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski St. Moritz

An icon of alpine glamour.

Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski is the most glamorous gateway to St Moritz, offering timeless European luxury in a breath-taking mountain setting. Its celebrated alpine spa, impeccably styled suites, and award-winning restaurants draw guests and gastronomes from around the world, while its location at the foot of the legendary Hahnensee ski run offers unrivaled access to the slopes of the Engadin Valley.

A seasonal property, our employee experience caters to the adaptable hotelier who values a more flexible and dynamic lifestyle. With four months on in the winter and summer seasons, our employees enjoy the opportunity to travel, study, or take on international assignments in the offseason. In addition to a diverse suite of learning programs, including culinary workshops under our Michelin Star chef, we encourage our employees to truly take in their St. Moritz experience with complimentary ski and snowboard lessons, access to housing, and fitness facilities, and an array of organized social activities. Surrounded by natural beauty, living and working in St. Moritz is a luxury in itself. This magical setting provides the perfect stage for Kempinski’s beautiful performance, and yours.

**Department**

Kitchen

**Employment Type**

Seasonal - Full Time

**Location**

Switzerland - St. Moritz

**Workplace type**

Onsite