Commis de Cuisine, Season 2026 - Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel Portofino

Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is a charming guesthouse in the heart of the Portofino. Its celebrated restaurant, DaV Mare, embodies all the pleasures of piazzetta living through refined cuisine, curated in partnership with the 3-Michelin-star Cerea family. Awash with nautical spirit, our gem on the Italian Riviera celebrates the art of Ligurian living in its purest form. 

We are looking for a Commis de Cuisine to join our DaV Restaurant team.  

The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges. He/She is willing to provide authentic and luxury experiences, demonstrating care, confidence, curiosity and community. 

He/She will reports a Executive Chef. 

Main duties & responsibilities: 

• Assisting section chefs (Chef de Partie) in the preparation of ingredients and dishes. 

• Maintaining cleanliness and order of the workstation and kitchen. 

• Handling and storing food according to HACCP guidelines. 

• Actively collaborating with the team to ensure efficient and high-quality service. 

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of cooking styles, equipments and raw materials processing techniques; 

• At least 1 year previous professional experience in a similar role in a luxury environment, also with school internships; 

• Passion for service and ambition to grow professionally.  

Other requirements: 

• Effective communication: communicate clearly and in an appropriate manner (both verbally and non-verbally); 

• Emotional intelligence: demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and emotions of guests and colleagues and adjust his/her style to them. Manage own emotions in challenging situations; 

• Adaptability: identify when a different approach is needed and offer solutions. Try and adopt new ways of doing things; 

• Collaboration: be able and willing to work as a team player. Share information and skills and actively seek and provide feedback.  

Benefits

• We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Level 6s,  Commis de Cuisine; 

• Start date: April/May 2026 to End date: November 2026, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido Mare and a career path; 

• Salary as by CCNL + increase based on seniorirty and skill level, separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFR; ; 

• Welfare incentive based on quality goals;   

• Accomodation in double room our staff house including breakfast; 

• Bus ticket as benefit for the contract period;  

• Staff cantine; 

• Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages. 
     

About Belmond:    

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking for the future.   

We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  
   

Join us in our journey to redefine the future of luxury, where tradition and innovation meet to create unforgettable moments.