As a Sous Chef at The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a Belmond Train you are part of a team that brings culinary visions to life through immersive, unique, and hand-crafted gastronomic experiences. In this role, you will work alongside the Head Chef and skilled colleagues to prepare the highest quality food from recipes. If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of the future of luxury, this is your moment.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Preparing and cooking a variety of exquisite menus befitting the train's luxurious dining experience.
Managing kitchen workflow to ensure seamless operations and service delivery.
Oversees inventory and procurement, balancing quality with cost-effectiveness.
Upholds strict quality and hygiene standards in food preparation and presentation.
Guides and develops kitchen staff while fostering teamwork in a compact space.

Requirements

Demonstrated culinary expertise with a minimum of 5 years in fine dining establishments, including experience in high-pressure kitchen environments.
Strong managerial abilities to oversee kitchen staff, provide training, and maintain high morale and team cohesion.
Ability to quickly adjust to the dynamic and confined working conditions aboard a luxury train and handle unexpected challenges smoothly.
A keen eye for detail in food quality, presentation, and maintaining impeccable hygiene and safety standards.
A commitment to creating exceptional culinary experiences that align with the prestigious reputation of the Belmond brand.
European or Swiss passport
Fluency in English, a basic comprehension of Italian and French

Benefits

At The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a Belmond Train we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

Competitive basic salary
Internal Belmond discounts
Loyalty and recognition rewards programme
Ongoing Learning and Development opportunities
Social and staff welfare events

This is your moment. Apply today!  

About Us  

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a legend in motion.

Its meticulously restored carriages carry guests in sumptuous style between Europe’s most beguiling cities.
Classic one-night journeys glide between Paris and Venice , while additional routes take in Amsterdam, Brussels, Budapest, Florence, Geneva, Istanbul, Prague, Rome, Cannes, Verona and Vienna.
Golden Age opulence is epitomised in the private cabins, while the Grand Suites offer the ultimate indulgence, with marbled ensuites, free-flowing champagne, private dining and 24-hour butler service.
Gastronomy is a major highlight of the onboard experience, with chef Jean Imbert celebrating seasonality and artisan produce in his exquisite menus, which are complemented by a wine list boasting Europe’s finest vintages and appellations. Three 1920s restaurant cars offer distinctly different ambiences, while Bar Car ‘3674’ is the train’s social hub, reviving all the glamour and decadence of the past.

With our vast offerings, the opportunities to craft a unique career here are endless. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional

The Belmond & LVMH Family 

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a Belmond Train is proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.  

Sous Chef Season 2024 for the On-board team of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express