Assistant Manager - Château Rigaud – Bordeaux Vineyards
Full Time | Monday–Friday

Château Rigaud is an exclusive wedding venue set amongst the vineyards of Bordeaux. Family run and independent, we have developed a first-class reputation over the past 20 years and have hosted international sportsmen, film stars and even British royalty.

We are a small, close-knit team who care deeply about the experience we create for our couples and their guests. Attention to detail, kindness, professionalism and pride in our work are at the heart of everything we do.

We are now looking for an Assistant Manager who would enjoy being part of this environment and helping the business continue to grow.

The Role

This is a wonderfully varied role supporting the General Manager in the smooth running of the château.

The right person will enjoy being involved in many different aspects of the business, from welcoming new clients and conducting sales viewings, to organising team rotas, onboarding new staff and ensuring everything behind the scenes runs efficiently.

You will:

• Issue contracts and onboard new wedding clients

• Act as a friendly and professional first point of contact for couples beginning their planning journey

• Prepare detailed guest information packs for weddings

• Conduct viewings for prospective clients considering Château Rigaud for their wedding

You will also play an important role in supporting our team, helping with:

• Staff rotas and timesheets

• Ordering uniform

• Onboarding new team members (including travel arrangements, accommodation and orientation)

• Organising occasional team social events and celebrations

Over time, the role may also include planning and delivering a small number of weddings or private events each year.

Learning the Business

We believe the best managers understand every aspect of the operation.

During their first season, the Assistant Manager will therefore spend some time working alongside the team in different roles — such as housekeeping, service, driving and event preparation — in order to gain a full understanding of how a wedding weekend runs.

The Person

This role would suit someone who:

• Is naturally organised and calm under pressure

• Enjoys working with people and making others feel welcome

• Takes pride in doing things properly

• Is proactive and happy to take responsibility

• Enjoys working in a small, collaborative team where everyone helps each other

You must be:

• Fluent in both English and French

• In possession of a full manual driving licence

• Professional, personable and well presented

• Comfortable communicating with international clients

Experience in hospitality, events or weddings is helpful, but what matters most is the right attitude, warmth with people and a willingness to learn.

Why This Role is Special

Working at Château Rigaud is not like working in a hotel chain.

We are independent, personal and deeply proud of what we do. Our team works hard, supports each other and shares in the satisfaction of creating truly memorable occasions for our clients.

For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to develop broad hospitality management experience in a beautiful and inspiring setting.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short covering email explaining why you would enjoy working at Château Rigaud.

In your email, please also tell us:

• Why working in a small, independent venue appeals to you

• About a time when you delivered excellent service or solved a problem for a client or guest

“We are a small team who work hard, support each other and take real pride in what we do.”