Paris gastronomic host

At Elysian Tales, we create intimate gastronomic experiences that connect travelers with the soul of a city through its people, culture, and cuisine. Operating across Europe, we curate elegant, story-driven experiences designed to create unforgettable memories and timeless stories.

Role Overview

As a Gastronomic Host & Storyteller, you are the face and soul of Elysian Tales in Paris.
You will accompany small groups of guests through a carefully curated evening, introducing them to some of Paris's most exceptional culinary venues while bringing the city's rich gastronomic heritage to life through engaging storytelling and genuine hospitality.
This is not a traditional tour guide position. We are looking for a charismatic host who can create meaningful connections, make guests feel welcomed, and transform a beautiful evening into an unforgettable experience.

What You'll Do

Host intimate gastronomic experiences for international guests
Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere from the moment guests arrive
Share engaging stories about Parisian culture, gastronomy, history, and local traditions
Guide guests seamlessly between venues while ensuring impeccable service throughout the experience
Personalize interactions based on guest interests and backgrounds
Build relationships with restaurant teams and hospitality partners
Represent the Elysian Tales brand with professionalism, elegance, and authenticity
Gather guest feedback and provide operational insights after each experience

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:
Passionate about gastronomy, hospitality, and Parisian culture
Naturally charismatic and comfortable speaking with small groups
An excellent storyteller who can engage guests from diverse backgrounds
Fluent in English (required)
Fluent in French (required)
Additional languages are a strong advantage
Reliable, professional, and highly organized
Based in Paris with strong knowledge of the city's dining and cultural landscape
Available during evenings and weekends

Preferred Experience

Hospitality, luxury travel, food and beverage, events, or tourism
Guest relations or customer-facing roles
Public speaking, hosting, performing arts, or storytelling experience
Experience working with international clientele

Eligibility Requirements

To work with Elysian Tales, candidates must:
Be legally authorized to work in France
Be a registered freelancer (auto-entrepreneur, entrepreneur individuel, or equivalent self-employed status) and able to issue invoices for services rendered
Be fluent in both English and French, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Reside in Paris or the immediate surrounding area and be able to travel easily and reliably to central Paris for scheduled experiences
Have their own smartphone with internet access
Be available to host experiences during evenings and weekends
Be comfortable working independently while representing a luxury hospitality brand

Please note that this is a freelance contractor position and not an employment contract.

How to Apply

Please send your CV in English and a short video (3–5 minutes) to paris@elysiantales.com.
In your video, please answer the following questions:
Why would you like to join Elysian Tales?
What skills and experience do you have that make you a great fit for this role?
Why should we choose you?

We highly encourage candidates to keep their video responses natural and conversational. We'd love to hear your genuine thoughts and personality rather than responses that are heavily scripted or AI-generated.

We look forward to hearing from you.