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Tom Tossens, France's Best Apprentice & Bachelor's apprentice at Vatel Bordeaux Originally from Belgium, 19-year-old Tom took part in the prestigious ‘Meilleur apprenti de France’ competition in 2024. This year, he joined Vatel Bordeaux on an apprenticeship for a Bachelor's degree in International Hotel Management. Tom Tossens, student at Vatel Bordeaux and gold medallist An [...]
How does the start of the academic year unfold at Vatel Bordeaux ? In September and October, Vatel Bordeaux begins its 31st academic year, welcoming new Bachelor and MBA students. The school supports each student’s integration into either the French or international section of their program, whether in full-time studies or through apprenticeships. A classic [...]
The Chouchou agency: a new dynamic for the catering sector The Chouchou agency, founded in 2024, is an innovative response to the growing challenges of the catering sector. By offering customised solutions and made-to-measure support, it has positioned itself as a key player for entrepreneurs and restaurateurs. Tailor-made support for restaurateurs Chouchou offers a wide [...]
The job of Sales Manager as seen by Caroline Liger Caroline Liger has been Sales Manager at Vatel Bordeaux since September 2021. Discover her career and her vision of the profession. Her career After her studies, she had the opportunity to work in London as a Chef de Rang. On her return to France, she [...]
Alumni portrait – Christiana Benandrasana A Vatel Bordeaux alumni, Christiana Benandrasana graduated in 2017 with an MBA in International Hotel Management with a specialisation in International Wine & Spirits. At 30 years old, she is now the housekeeper at the Esprit Saint Germain hotel in Paris. The profession in 3 words "For me, the job [...]
Interview with Emma Yger, student in the Bachelor degree in International Hotel Management. Originally from Franche-Comté in France and aged 20, Emma Yger is a student in the 2nd year of the Bachelor in International Hotel Management at Vatel Bordeaux. After graduating with a double baccalaureate in French and Spanish, she decided to join the [...]
Alumni Portrait - Julien VALTON Holder of the European Diploma in Hotel Management in 2001, Julien Valton has been working as Maître d' at the Radisson Blu in Nantes since March 2017. He proclaims his love for his profession, highlighting its key developments. You've been working as Maitre d' at the Radisson Blu Nantes since [...]
Hospitality: Technological innovations and AI integration The digital age is undergoing a revolution that is obviously impacting the hospitality sector. It is therefore necessary for students to learn about technological trends to prepare for market developments and opportunities. AI at the service of customers The hospitality industry is known for its traditional way of doing [...]
Alumni portrait - Nicolas Nadau Director, founder and chef at the Restaurant Hortus in Bordeaux, Nicolas Nadau, a graduate of the 1st class of Vatel Bordeaux in 1997, talks about his passion for the culinary arts. Where does the name Hortus come from? The name Hortus means garden in Latin, particularly vegetable garden. It's also [...]
The Vatéliades: a new concept at Vatel Bordeaux The Bordeaux school and the Student Committee organised the first edition of the Vatéliades to liven up student life. The Vatéliades concept The Vatéliades principle It is a competition inspired by the Olympics in a format adapted to the hospitality industry. This project was initiated and set [...]