CHEF DE RANG FINE DINING

Artisan of travel since 1883, Orient Express sublimates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome – which will be followed by Orient Express Venezia in 2026. The experience continues with the recent launch of La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express Sailing Yachts, and finally, the return of L’Orient Express train to railways. Since 2022, Orient Express is part of Accor Group’s leading collection of luxury brands with a century-old legacy in the hotels and fine- dining sectors. In 2024, Accor and LVMH entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey at @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website at  

About Orient Express Venezia 

Orient Express will open its second hotel in Italy at the exceptional in Venice. Architect and interior designer Aline Amar d’Amman, alongside her studio Culture in Architecture, has been entrusted to design and decorate the space. 

Venice, once the gateway to Constantinople and a mythical stop on the legendary Orient Express train – that opened its doors in 1919 with the completion of the Simplon tunnel linking Switzerland to Italy – will be the home of the second Orient Express hotel, set to open in 2026. 

The Chef de Rang is responsible for delivering an exceptional dining experience by providing attentive, personalized, and professional service to guests in accordance with the highest fine dining standards. The role requires ownership of an assigned section, ensuring seamless service, attention to detail, and a consistent focus on guest satisfaction throughout the dining experience.

The successful candidate will possess excellent knowledge of food and beverage service, demonstrate confidence in interacting with guests, and work closely with the kitchen and restaurant teams to ensure smooth operations and an outstanding level of hospitality. The Chef de Rang is expected to anticipate guests' needs, provide knowledgeable recommendations, and contribute to creating memorable experiences through impeccable service and professionalism.

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining restaurants, or Michelin-starred establishments. A strong understanding of fine dining service standards, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment are essential. Fluency in English is required, while knowledge of additional languages will be considered an advantage.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of two years of experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining restaurants, or Michelin-starred establishments, with a proven ability to deliver exceptional guest service in high-end dining environments. A strong understanding of fine dining standards, service etiquette, food and beverage knowledge, and guest engagement is essential.

The candidate demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a professional appearance and demeanor, and the ability to build positive relationships with both guests and colleagues. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain composed under pressure are required.

A genuine passion for hospitality, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences are key to success in this role. Fluency in English is required, while knowledge of additional languages is considered an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• A competitive package (base salary and yearly bonus)
• ALL - Heartist® Program: Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at all ACCOR locations and partner venues worldwide.
• Learning & development: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.