Food and Beverage Intern

At Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, we are looking for an empathetic, proactive, and eager-to-learn Food & Beverage Intern. In this role, you will dedicate yourself to mastering the art of luxury hospitality, assisting our team in creating unforgettable dining experiences and anticipating our guests' every need.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Guest Preference Tracking: Review daily arrival and reservation lists to identify dietary requirements, special celebrations, and specific guest preferences across our dining venues.
• Pre-Arrival Dining Planning: Assist the F&B team in coordinating pre-stay dining arrangements, curated menu selections, and tailored restaurant reservations for incoming guests.
• Bespoke Table Experiences: Welcome guests warmly, assisting in delivering a highly personalized service that includes presenting tailored culinary elements and celebrating special occasions.
• Cross-Departmental Synergy: Coordinate bespoke F&B amenities, celebratory showpieces, and unique culinary farewell touches with the Kitchen, Guest Relations, and Concierge teams.
• Service Excellence & Detail: Maintain the pristine presentation of dining spaces, ensuring that Belmond’s high standards of luxury and aesthetics are flawlessly executed throughout the service.

What You Bring

• Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a hospitality management school, culinary arts academy, or equivalent program.
• Hospitality Mindset: Natural empathy, warmth, and outstanding interpersonal skills, with a genuine desire to grow within luxury hospitality.
• Adaptability: Problem-solving agility, a positive attitude, and creative flair in executing guest surprise-and-delight culinary initiatives.
• Organization: Strong teamwork mindset, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn restaurant operations and POS systems.
• Languages: Fluency in English; knowledge of Italian or additional languages is a strong asset.

What We Offer: 

At Belmond 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: 

• Curricular or Extra-curricular Internship Agreement with a monthly allowance

• Team social events. 

• Meals provided at our staff canteen during working hours. 

• A unique opportunity to gain experience in a world-class luxury environment. 

• Participation in the hotel's training and development programs. 

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other. 

About Us:

Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, is a storied Sicilian hideaway in the heart of Taormina. Adjacent to the ancient Greek Theatre, its views span majestic Mount Etna and Naxos Bay. Since the mid-1800s, this exclusive enclave away from the crowds has proved irresistible to discerning visitors, from celebrated writers such as DH Lawrence to Hollywood icons. Today, it is the perfect setting for memorable stays, enhanced by a wide array of experiences including Michelin-starred dining and exclusive concierge bookings. 

The Belmond & LVMH Family 

Belmond 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.