Apprentice Server & Sommelier - Gastronomic Restaurant (M/F)

SON' - Bordeaux centre Apprenticeship contract - Position to be filled quickly

About SON'

Located in the heart of Bordeaux, SON' is a gastronomic restaurant distinguished by two Toques by Gault&Millau, driven by a young, dynamic, and passionate team.

At SON', we offer our customers much more than a meal: a true gastronomic and playful experience. Beyond the plates, the journey is punctuated by surprises and interactions that fully contribute to the experience.

We are looking for an apprentice server with an orientation towards gastronomic service and sommelier skills, wishing to learn, progress, and evolve in a demanding and stimulating environment.

Your missions

We offer a versatile position allowing for the rapid development of several skills:

Welcoming and accompanying customers throughout their experience; Table service according to the codes of gastronomic dining; Presentation and explanation of dishes; Advising customers on their choice of beverages; Discovery and deepening of wine knowledge; Participation in the service and management of the beverage menu; Participation in the creation and development of bar drinks; Setting up and preparation of the dining room; Participation in the smooth running of the service; Respect for quality, hygiene, and presentation standards.

The objective is to allow you to progressively gain autonomy and responsibility, depending on your progress.

Why join SON'?

The versatility of the position is a real advantage for an apprentice: you will simultaneously develop your skills in gastronomic service, customer relations, wines, beverages, and bar work.

This diversity will allow you to quickly acquire a global vision of the profession and build solid foundations to evolve in high-end dining.

You will also work in contact with a significant international clientele, which will allow you to develop your ease in welcoming and advising foreign customers.

The profile sought

Above all, we are looking for a person passionate about the profession, serious, motivated, and having a true thirst for learning.

We particularly appreciate:

Curiosity and the desire to progress; Attention to detail and rigor; Excellent presentation and good interpersonal skills; Punctuality, reliability, and team spirit; Good adaptability; The desire to quickly gain autonomy; A true passion for gastronomy and the world of service.

Knowledge of wine or a marked interest in sommelier skills is a real asset. It is not necessary to be an expert already: we are primarily looking for someone who wants to learn.

Languages

Mastery of English is very important, as our establishment hosts a significant foreign clientele.

Knowledge of a second foreign language would be strongly appreciated.

Our ideal candidate

We are not simply looking for someone to complete an apprenticeship.

We are looking for a person who wishes to take full advantage of this experience to learn, progress, and build their professional future in gastronomic dining.

If you are curious, passionate, serious, dynamic, and ambitious, if you enjoy contact with customers and the world of wine and beverages attracts you, we will be delighted to meet you.

Please attach a few lines to your CV presenting your motivation and your professional project.