About La Table de Maxime**

La Table de Maxime is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant located in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, offering an immersive gastronomic experience shaped by nature, seasonality, and refined craftsmanship. Led by chef Maxime Collard, the restaurant is recognized for its modern, precise cuisine that highlights regional ingredients with elegance and restraint.
Working at La Table de Maxime provides the opportunity to evolve within a high-level, structured kitchen environment where discipline, creativity, and respect for product are at the core of daily operations.

Description

As a Pastry Intern, you will support the pastry team in the preparation, production, and execution of desserts for the restaurant. This role offers hands-on experience in a Michelin-starred pastry environment, allowing you to strengthen your technical skills and gain insight into refined dessert execution and service standards.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a pastry-focused program or a recent graduate with initial professional kitchen experience
Prior hands-on experience in professional kitchens is required; experience in fine dining or Michelin-level establishments is a strong advantage
Solid foundational culinary techniques and a clear understanding of professional kitchen standards
Strong interest in gastronomy and high-level fine dining cuisine
Motivated, eager to learn, and able to perform in a structured, fast-paced, and demanding environment
Strong attention to detail and a disciplined, professional work ethic
Ability to work efficiently and reliably as part of a high-performing team
Flexible, resilient, and positive attitude under pressure
Knowledge of both French and English is required, as French is the primary language used within the kitchen environment, while English may also be used depending on team communication needs

What we offer

A unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a Michelin 2-star fine dining restaurant in the Belgian Ardennes
Close guidance and mentorship from an experienced and passionate culinary team
Exposure to high-level gastronomic standards, advanced techniques, and refined service execution
The opportunity to develop discipline, precision, and strong organizational skills in a professional kitchen environment
Accommodation provided for the duration of the internship
Meals provided on working days
A learning-focused environment where growth, consistency, and teamwork are actively encouraged

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