Deputy Team Leader Exhibition - Tasting

22 January 2026
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Kilchberg

Job summary

Join our team at Lindt for a sweet experience in chocolate. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with great benefits!

Tasks

Ensure a smooth, inspiring visitor experience at the Home of Chocolate.
Oversee operations in exhibitions and tasting areas effectively.
Lead the host team, manage scheduling, and train new staff.

Skills

Completed vocational training in gastronomy or related fields.
Strong affinity for technology and interactive exhibits.
Excellent service orientation and communication skills.

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About the job

What you do with us

You ensure a smooth, inspiring visitor experience at the Home of Chocolate together with the team.
You are jointly responsible for the operational process in the exhibition as well as the tasting and experience areas.
You lead the host or maître team operationally and support with scheduling, technical concerns, and training new employees.
You are jointly responsible for inventory management and ordering the chocolate products needed for the tasting.
You monitor the exhibition technology and ensure that our experience areas – from the chocolate fountain to the VR stations – function flawlessly.
You represent the well-known advertising figure of the Lindt brand as Maître Chocolatier and inspire guests from all over the world.
You act confidently in challenging situations and are the contact person for questions within the team or disruptions in exhibition technology.

When you fit with us

A completed vocational training (e.g., in gastronomy, hotel industry, retail, tourism, or comparable).
High affinity for technology, digital media, and interactive exhibition elements.
German at a very good level and good English skills – additional languages are an advantage.
Experience in guest service, event support, or in a coordinating role (team lead or senior host) is a plus.
Enjoy working in the exhibition with predominantly international guests.
Strong service orientation, communication skills, and a positive, confident demeanor.
You are flexible in your shifts - Monday to Sunday between 08:00 and 19:30.

Our extras

Well-being
Development
Mobility and flexibility
Family-friendly environment - properly insured
Diversity and inclusion
Discounts and leisure offers

About us

We make the world a sweeter place.

Currently, we are represented in over 120 countries, with headquarters in Kilchberg. Our main markets are Europe and North America. Furthermore, Lindt & Sprüngli is accessible from every corner of the world thanks to the extensive global network of distribution partners, subsidiaries, and nearly 500 own Lindt boutiques.

Over 1000 dedicated people work at the locations Kilchberg, Altendorf, and Olten. Each and every one of us is important; together as the Lindt team, we give our best every day and make a difference.