Latvia - RigaFull TimeEntry-levelPosted Yesterday
Chef de Rang (EU work eligible)
About Kempinski Hotels
Founded in Berlin in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. With a rich heritage spanning over 125 years, the brand is globally renowned for its understated attentiveness, flawless personal service, and distinct European flair. Today, Kempinski operates an exclusive portfolio of over 80 five-star properties across more than 35 countries, featuring historic landmarks, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, and elite resorts. As a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), Kempinski offers employees a window to a global hospitality network filled with international career and transfer opportunities.
About Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Located in the historic heart of the capital right next to the Latvian National Opera, Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga stands as Latvia's premier five-star luxury destination. Featuring 141 elegant rooms and suites, stunning private residences, the panoramic Stage22 rooftop restaurant, and the world-class Kempinski The Spa, the hotel represents the ultimate benchmark for hospitality in the Baltics. Consistently celebrated on the global stage, it has proudly earned the title of Latvia’s Leading Hotel at the prestigious World Travel Awards multiple years in a row, including 2025. By joining our team in Riga, you become part of a passionate, award-winning family dedicated to bringing extraordinary guest experiences to life.
Application Deadline: 26 August 2026
Department: Food & Beverage
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Latvia - Riga
Description
Chef de Rang (EU work eligible)Our guests have high expectations and appreciate service at a 5* level! You too?Then you'll fit right in with the Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga team!Responsibilities:
- Service to guests and independent management of a station
- Advising guests on the selection of our food and drinks
- Maintenance of equipment and mis-en-place work
- Training of employees and structuring the shift
- Carrying out inventories
- Team training
- Participate in monthly inventories
Competencies:
- Completed education
- Outstanding commitment and willingness to serve
- Team-oriented working style
- Friendly and warm demeanor as well as attention to detail
- Professional experience in a similar position in the upscale restaurant or hotel industry
- An independent, responsible and committed way of working
- Very high sense of responsibility and quality
- Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written, Latvian of benefit
- Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth and changing environment
- EU work eligible (passport)
We offer:
- Exciting working environment
- Multifaceted development opportunities
- Staff and Family & Friends rates for all Kempinski hotels and all properties in the Global Hotel Alliance
- Internal and external training
- “Kempinski Riga Benefits”
- Employee restaurant
- Regular team events
- International career prospects and development opportunities
About Kempinski Hotels
Founded in Berlin in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. With a rich heritage spanning over 125 years, the brand is globally renowned for its understated attentiveness, flawless personal service, and distinct European flair. Today, Kempinski operates an exclusive portfolio of over 80 five-star properties across more than 35 countries, featuring historic landmarks, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, and elite resorts. As a member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), Kempinski offers employees a window to a global hospitality network filled with international career and transfer opportunities.
About Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Located in the historic heart of the capital right next to the Latvian National Opera, Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga stands as Latvia's premier five-star luxury destination. Featuring 141 elegant rooms and suites, stunning private residences, the panoramic Stage22 rooftop restaurant, and the world-class Kempinski The Spa, the hotel represents the ultimate benchmark for hospitality in the Baltics. Consistently celebrated on the global stage, it has proudly earned the title of Latvia’s Leading Hotel at the prestigious World Travel Awards multiple years in a row, including 2025. By joining our team in Riga, you become part of a passionate, award-winning family dedicated to bringing extraordinary guest experiences to life.