The Castle Stage

An intensive preparation to acquire the fundamentals

The IFH - Institut Français de l'Hôtelage offers you an immersive and unforgettable experience to start your studies in style: the internship at the castle. For a few days, immerse yourself in a prestigious setting where practical learning, academic upgrades and moments of cohesion are combined. This unique stay is designed for all first-year students to prepare you for the demands of luxury hospitality while forging lasting relationships with future classmates.

Château, partner of IFH, hosting internships in luxury hotels

A complete program to excel

The castle internship offers a perfect balance between learning and experiences. On the program: workshops to upgrade business and know-how, practical courses related to luxury hospitality, and sessions dedicated to soft skills. These intensive days will allow you to acquire solid foundations to approach your career with confidence, while benefiting from an inspiring environment that is conducive to excellence.

Meet your future classmates

This bootcamp is much more than just an academic stay: it is an exceptional opportunity to create links with your future classmates. Team building activities and moments of conviviality promote mutual aid, collaboration and team spirit, essential values in the luxury hotel sector. These initial exchanges will lay the foundations for a close-knit community, ready to take on future challenges together.
IFH student in professional cooking during a team building activity
Palace reception hall for professional events organized by IFH students

A passage in front of an exceptional jury

The Château's internship is punctuated by the organization of an exceptional event, where you will have the opportunity to apply all the skills acquired during its four weeks. From team management to culinary staging, you will have a complete professional experience, while creating a memorable moment for you and your guests.

The key skills transmitted

Hotel industry

Reception and reception
  • Personalized welcome techniques to provide a memorable experience upon arrival.
  • Management and optimization of ancillary services (concierge, special services).
  • Management of complaints with professionalism and empathy.
Room service
  • Mastery of classic and plate serving techniques.
  • Tableware: elegant dressing and attention to detail.
  • Coordination with the kitchen and bar teams for a smooth service.
Customer relationship
  • Personalizing the experience to build customer loyalty.
  • Promotion and upselling.

Gastronomy

Culinary techniques
  • Mastery of the basics of cooking, pastry...
  • Preparation and presentation of refined dishes, respecting gastronomic standards.
  • Knowledge of modern techniques: low temperature cooking, contemporary dressings...
Sommelier
  • Introduction to the selection, service and pairing of food and wine.
  • Management of a wine list and personalized advice.
Bar and mixology
  • Preparation of classic cocktails and innovative creations.
  • Bar techniques and high-end service.
  • Knowledge of spirits and food and spirit pairings.

Know-how

Professional posture
  • Maintaining a positive, careful and proactive attitude.
  • Adopt professional and controlled gestures to inspire confidence and serenity.
Team spirit
  • Harmonious collaboration with the various departments (kitchen, service, reception).
Sense of listening and empathy
  • Anticipating customer needs with discretion and kindness.
  • Adaptability in the face of unexpected requests.
Ethics and commitment
  • Respect for quality standards and hospitality values.
  • Keen eye for detail and a constant search for excellence.
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