A maître d'hôtel / socio-professional assistant in catering (continuous hours), 100%, permanent contract

The Public Establishments for Integration (EPI) have the mission to contribute to the well-being and social and/or professional integration of people with disabilities or facing difficulties in professional and/or social integration.

The socio-professional services are responsible for assessing the physical, social and learning abilities of people with disabilities or facing integration difficulties with a view to orientation and professional reintegration. They can also provide socio-professional integration through adapted jobs and training in production workshops.

We are looking for a maître d'hôtel / socio-professional assistant in catering working full-time at the Catering Service.

• Ensure the smooth running and various activities of a cafeteria or restaurant.
• Serve meals while ensuring compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
• Manage the cash register, carry out sales, cash handling, openings and closings (TCPOS) by applying the procedures in place.
• Guarantee the cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment and premises.
• Supervise and train people in integration and disability situations.
• Maintain positive contact with users and colleagues in line with the EPI mission.
• Plan orders according to forecasted sales flows.
• Perform administrative and IT tasks inherent to the position.

• A Federal VET Diploma (CFC) specialising in catering or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 10 years of experience in community or catering sectors.
• Experience as a maître d'hôtel or dining room manager.
• Mastery of table service, knowledge of HACCP standards.
• Continuous hours from Monday to Friday except during events at the request of management.
• Experience in supervising people with disabilities would be an asset.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, ease in communication, a keen interest in teamwork and customer contact.
• Demonstrate organisation, versatility, reliability, rigour, initiative, a sense of responsibility and open-mindedness.
• Proficient in common office IT tools (Word, Excel).
• Fluent oral and written French.
• A driving licence (car).
• Mobility, as the catering service has 7 workplaces across the canton and a catering service.

The EPI offers:

• A varied role with responsibilities within a social institution pursuing ambitious and innovative objectives.
• A motivating and dynamic working environment allowing initiative and professional development.
• A diverse continuous training process.
• Public service working conditions.

Application deadline: 7 October 2026

Start date: to be agreed

Job grade: 10

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED (must include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and work certificates).

OCE / External candidate:

A clean criminal record extract, as well as a special criminal record extract, will systematically be required in case of recruitment.

In accordance with the transversal directive "Recruitment procedure within public law institutions and subsidised entities - collaboration with the Cantonal Employment Office", priority will be given to candidates residing in the canton of Geneva.

In case of employment, your assignment and workplace may be changed during the contract for organisational needs.

You can visit our website www.epi.ge.ch