Chef de Service «ELISA – Bistro & Terrasse» (m/w/d)

Welcome to Grandhotel Giessbach – A place that enchants

Embedded in a nature park, with the majestic waterfall and breathtaking view of Lake Brienz, the Grandhotel Giessbach stands for lived hospitality and a forward-looking, sustainable working environment. Here you have the daily opportunity to embody the philosophy of our house and to achieve the extraordinary together as a team.

With around 100 dedicated employees, we ensure the well-being of our guests in the high season in 75 charming rooms, two first-class restaurants (1 restaurant with 14 Gault Millau points) with 140 and 40 seats, a terrace restaurant with 150 seats, a magnificent Belle Epoque hall for up to 170 people, two seminar rooms and an elegant bar.

Our guests come mainly from Switzerland, but international travelers also find their home away from home with us.

Appreciation for people, animals and nature shapes our actions. Passion and enthusiasm drive us, while the products from our own garden are our creative inspiration.

Giessbach is a place of power with positive energy, an open working environment and a transparent corporate culture – a place that inspires and invites you to linger.

Experience the magic of Giessbach – daily.

We look forward to welcoming you as

Chef de Service «ELISA – Bistro & Terrasse» (m/w/d)

100% temporary or permanent from March 23, 2026 or by agreement!

You play a central role in the gastronomic experience of our guests and, as a host, coordinate the smooth service process in the "Elisa – Bistro & Terrasse". You keep a cool head even in times of high guest traffic and enthusiastically carry our philosophy and our empathetic leadership culture.

Your main tasks include:

• Management of reservations and table assignments

• Ensuring communication between kitchen and service

• Leading the service team of approx. 5 employees with the support of the Food & Beverage management

• Independent and professional handling of guest inquiries, special requests and feedback

With your eye for the big picture, you value teamwork just like we do and support your colleagues with high motivation. As part of our team, you contribute your additional skills passionately in other tasks.

Our experienced team of employees is the core of our success. A respectful interaction,

Recognition and appreciation characterize the cohesion of our Giessbach family.

As an employee, you benefit from the following benefits, among others:

• Newly renovated team hotel (including team bar) 3 minutes walk from the hotel
• Access to our natural pool for daily refreshment
• Company holidays over Christmas & New Year for permanent employees
• Weekly professionally accompanied cross-fit training, yoga, Zumba
• 50% discount in all F&B outlets for you and five guests
• A free trial night in one of our hotel rooms for two people including breakfast
• Nostalgia pass for our employees: Free 1st class travel on the entire Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Free ride to the Brienzer Rothorn, free admission to the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum and free guided tour & access to the School for Wood Carving in Brienz
• Family & Friends discount on overnight stays including nostalgia pass
• Special conditions when booking one of our many partner hotels
• Guaranteed, comprehensive training period & regular training courses
• Support for professional development
• Free parking for all employees
• Free use of the hotel shuttle