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Maître d'Hôtel
The Nestlé Group is the world's largest food and beverage company with billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291'000 employees are committed to Nestlé's purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on
Maître d'Hôtel
Location: Vers-chez-les-Blanc, Switzerland
Work model: On site / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent
Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.
As a Maître d'Hôtel at Nestlé Research, your mission is to ensure smooth, efficient and high-quality food and beverage service across our restaurants, coffee areas and events. You'll make a difference by collaborating closely with service teams, kitchen colleagues, event partners and support functions.
How you'll make an impact as a Maître d'Hôtel
Leading smooth daily service operations across restaurants, coffee areas and events to deliver a consistent guest experience.
Driving service excellence through high standards of presentation, timing, hospitality and attention to detail.
Coordinating closely with kitchen, events and support teams to ensure seamless preparation and delivery.
Improving buffet concepts and service flows with practical ideas that enhance quality, aesthetics and guest satisfaction.
Ensuring strong food safety standards, operational discipline and cost awareness across all service areas.
Building an inclusive, supportive and high-performing team culture through clear communication, coaching and delegation.
What will make you successful
Bringing strong front-of-house leadership in food and beverage service, with the ability to guide teams in fast-paced environments.
Applying hands-on experience in multi-outlet food and beverage environments, including restaurants, banquets and cafeterias, with an understanding of different service formats and guest expectations.
Using food safety, hygiene and cost-awareness practices to support safe, efficient and sustainable operations.
Coordinating event and banqueting operations from setup to service delivery, including high-volume service, cross-team alignment and smooth guest experiences.
Communicating fluently in English and French.
Bringing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing-oriented mindset.
At Nestlé Research, we place people at the core of everything we do.
Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:
Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
Performance based bonus
Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
Attractive employee discounts across various products and services
What to expect from our hiring process
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.
Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.
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