Apprenticeship as a Merchant (Hotel-Gastro-Tourism) EFZ
Obbürgen
Key information
- Publication date:05 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Obbürgen
Job summary
Join the iconic Bürgenstock Resort, established in 1873. Enjoy a vibrant work environment and excellent benefits.
Tasks
- Undergo 3 years of training in a luxury destination resort.
- Gain insights in various departments, rotating every 6 months.
- Engage actively in teams from reservations to event organization.
Skills
- Completed upper secondary school and fluency in German and English.
- Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
- Interest in administrative tasks with a flair for numbers.
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An icon among Swiss hotels: The history of the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne began in 1873 – a story that continues to impress and touch to this day. High up on the Bürgenberg lies an oasis of relaxation and a place of first-class hospitality. The Bürgenstock Resort and its approximately 700 employees from 54 nations provide the perfect setting for dazzling moments that remain in memory.
Our resort is located on the Bürgenstock 500 meters above Lake Lucerne, with breathtaking views of the surrounding Central Switzerland. Near the city of Lucerne, our two 5-star hotels, the Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa and the Waldhotel by Bürgenstock, along with the Taverne 1879 (3*), invite guests from Switzerland and around the world to an exclusive stay in a unique atmosphere. In the award-winning spas, guests can unwind, and the ten restaurants, lounges, and bars leave no culinary wishes unfulfilled.
Starting in August 2026, we are looking for new apprentices for the
Apprenticeship as a Merchant (Hotel-Gastro-Tourism) EFZ
What to expect
- 3 years of training in a leading luxury destination resort, including a federal certificate of proficiency EFZ
- Insights into the departments Front Office, Guest Service Center, Finance, F&B Administration, Marketing, and Human Resources (department changes every 6 months)
- Active participation in all teams - from taking reservations, checking invoices, to organizing events
- Weekly attendance at vocational school
- Exciting development and career opportunities during and after the training
Who you are
- Enjoy working with many people, foreign cultures, and languages in a large company
- Interest in administrative tasks with a flair for numbers and working on the computer
- Successfully completed secondary school at a higher level
- Reliability and independence
- Friendly and confident demeanor with very good manners
- Oral and written fluency in German and English
Start your future with us
With us, it will never be boring: You can expect a varied training program where you change departments and teams every 6 months, learn a lot, and can launch your career afterward. You will work with colleagues from different cultures, use your language skills frequently, and benefit from many extras:
- Discounts in our restaurants, on hotel stays (also for your family!) and other activities in Central Switzerland
- Subsidized commute: We support you financially with your travel by public transport
- Digital tools: You can conveniently view your work schedule on your phone (Favur App) and stay well-informed with the Beekeeper App
- A workplace with legendary views: Start your career with an apprenticeship on the Bürgenstock and become part of the inspiring pioneering story that spans over 150 years
We look forward to receiving your complete application documents, including a cover letter and photo.
BÜRGENSTOCK HOTELS AG
Ms. Kathrin Vontobel | Training Manager
Bürgenstock 30
6363 Obbürgen
+41 41 612 61 79
About company
Bürgenstock Hotels AG
Obbürgen
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