Lecturer Practical Arts - Sommelier

EHL Group

Lausanne 25

Key information

Publication date:26 September 2025
Workload:100%
Contract type:Permanent position
Place of work:Route de Berne 301, 1000 Lausanne 25

Join us and shape the future of hospitality today!

EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.

We are constantly striving to improve the working environment and personal development opportunities for our more than 800 staff and teachers, who are among the most recognized experts in their respective fields. Since its foundation in 1893, EHL has been widely recognized by the industry and consistently ranked among the world's top hospitality management schools. Everything we do is based on our values of excellence, family and learning, and we are committed to bringing them to life in tangible ways for our employees.

The School of Practical Arts department at EHL is dedicated to hands-on learning in hospitality professions, combining operational excellence with academic rigor. It trains students in essential skills such as culinary arts, service, sommelier, and hotel management in conditions that closely mirror real-world environments. Through immersive teaching methods and guidance from industry experts, students develop high standards of precision, quality, and professionalism. This department plays a key role in shaping the future leaders of the hospitality industry.

To join our amazing team, we are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled and passionate about hospitality but also aligns with our leadership principles: transparency, accountability, collaboration, care, and experimentation.

What will you do?

You will teach novice students theory and practice in Oenology/Sommellerie and in accordance with the pedagogical and EHL values.

You will prepare your teaching sequences.

You will be in charge of the weekly follow-up of the students.

You will participate in the development of the program.

You will guarantee the quality of the service provided and the satisfaction of the clients.

Who you are?

You have a Brevet Fédéral, a BTS, a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent diploma.

You have at least 5 years of professional experience as a Sommelier in a Fine-Dining Restaurant.

You have an interest in teaching.

You are keen to pass on your knowledge and professional experience to students from different backgrounds and cultures.

You have an excellent command of French and English.

What we offer?

We offer you a permanent contract within a business area of an educational institution, with exceptional employee benefits including free meals, an attractive number of days off, a parking space or public transport contribution, as well as access to various services and facilities.

We offer you responsibility, challenge, development opportunities and encouragement to help you achieve your professional and personal goals.

We offer you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our students’, staff and partners’ experience as well as contribute to the growth of our institution.

You will enjoy being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary and talented team.