There are people who didn't come to settle in Chamonix — they were born there, grew up there, and never really wanted to leave. Yael is one of them. For him, the mountains aren't a backdrop he chose: they're the ground on which he took his first steps, and the ground he returns to every day with the same curiosity he had as a child.
As head waiter at Le Rosebud restaurant , he is the one who welcomes guests, provides service and organizes the teams in the dining room.
Child of the Chamonix valley
Originating from Chamonix valleyYael, from a very young age, experienced the pleasures of the mountains, their sports, and their wonders. Nurtured by both Savoyard culture and...spaGnole, he has always seen diversity and the other as an opportunity to broaden his mind, to gain in culture and knowledge.
This openness to the world, nurtured from childhood, makes him someone who is comfortable with all types of clients — whether they come from Tokyo, London or Madrid, Yael naturally finds the right tone, the right distance, the right word.
The mountains in everyday life
Skiing, climbing , mountain biking , and hiking are among his daily sports—and, in his opinion, more than justify staying in his mountains. It's not a weekend hobby. It's a way of life.
Disconnecting, calm, observing nature from different viewpoints and heights.
Seeing the mountains from above—from a ridge, a rock, a pass—is a unique way of experiencing the Alps. Yael knows these places like others know the streets of their neighborhood.
A cycling tour of France at 18
A passionate traveler, Yael, at 18, accomplished something many dream of but never dare to do: a cycling tour of France with his older brother. A physical challenge, a human adventure, a lesson in road safety and the unexpected. This experience reveals much about his character—his ability to take the plunge, to trust the journey, to see it through.
Spontaneous bivouac
With her spontaneous nature, Yael doesn't hesitate to head out for a bivouac, a campfire, or a barbecue on a whim, using whatever is available. No need for a list, no need to plan ahead — just the mountain, the night, a fire, and good company.
It is this spontaneity thatspaIt also applies to their service. The ability to react quickly, to improvise with what you have, to transform an unforeseen situation into a successful moment — that's exactly what you expect from someone in the dining room on a busy night.
Why the Jeu de Paume ?
It kind of happened on its own.
The best things often happen this way. And what he loves about his job—the contact, the human interaction, the teamwork, the intensity of the service—finds its perfect expression here. Between the serenity of the mountaintops and the adrenaline rush of a job well done, Yael has found his balance in the heart of the hamlet of Lavancher . We are delighted that he has found it here.
F.A.Q
Who is Yael at the Hotel? Jeu de Paume ?
Yael is a head waiter at the Rosebud restaurant in the hotel. Jeu de PaumeAt the Lavancher in Chamonix: he's the one who welcomes guests, manages the service, and organizes the dining room staff. A native of the Chamonix valley, steeped in Savoyard culture and...spaGnole is passionate about skiing, climbing, mountain biking and hiking.
Where is the hotel located? Jeu de Paume ?
The hotel is located in the hamlet of Lavancher, a few minutes from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (74400), in Haute-Savoie. It is a 4-star hotel in the heart of the Alps, in a quiet location and in close proximity to mountain trails.
What mountain sports does Yael practice?
Skiing, climbing, mountain biking and hiking are part of his daily life in the Chamonix valley. At 18, he even completed a cycling tour of France with his older brother.
How to meet the team at Jeu de Paume ?
By booking a stay at the Hotel Jeu de Paume at Lavancher: +33 (0)4 50 54 03 76 or contact@jeudepaumechamonix.com.
Would you like to meet Yael and the rest of the team at Jeu de Paume ?
Book your stay at Lavancher, a stone's throw from Chamonix, and come and discover our 4-star hotel in the heart of the Alps.
+33 (0)4 50 54 03 76 · contact@jeudepaumechamonix.com · jeudepaumechamonix.com
