
Écully, France

Écully, France

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The core mission of Institut Lyfe is to train future managers capable of addressing tomorrow's societal challenges (climate, digital, and social issues) while passionately and rigorously transmitting the technical and soft skills of the hospitality, restaurant, culinary arts, and pastry professions. The school is committed to an innovative pedagogy based on experiential learning through real-world projects, designed to nurture altruism, courage, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Institut Lyfe aims to create a unique environment that fosters innovation and international exchange, attracting the best talents and experts from around the world to collectively advance the industry. Its fundamental values—Creativity, Altruism, Courage, and Entrepreneurship—guide all of its actions. The school is also dedicated to guaranteeing high-value employability for its students and places research as a key lever for driving industry progress.
In 2023, Fabrizio Mellino made culinary history by earning three Michelin stars before the age of 30, a rare honor that ... View More
In 2023, Fabrizio Mellino made culinary history by earning three Michelin stars before the age of 30, a rare honor that marked the return of three stars to southern Italy. His career proves that excellent management skills, curiosity, and passion can turn opportunities into a lifelong career. View Less
Naïs Pirollet, a graduate of Institut Lyfe, won the French selection for the Bocuse d'Or competition in Reims, becoming... View More
Naïs Pirollet, a graduate of Institut Lyfe, won the French selection for the Bocuse d'Or competition in Reims, becoming the first woman to represent France in this world-renowned culinary competition. View Less
Born and raised in London into a culinary family, Emily Roux graduated from Institut Lyfe in 2011. She is now a Michelin... View More
Born and raised in London into a culinary family, Emily Roux graduated from Institut Lyfe in 2011. She is now a Michelin-starred chef in London, working at the legendary Le Gavroche restaurant, continuing her family's culinary legacy. View Less
A 2006 graduate, this young Greek chef was awarded his second Michelin star in 2022 while serving as the head chef of th... View More
A 2006 graduate, this young Greek chef was awarded his second Michelin star in 2022 while serving as the head chef of the Palais Royal Restaurant in Paris. View Less
Institut Lyfe's infrastructure is designed to provide a unique environment that seamlessly integrates learning, innovation, and student life. The school has two campuses in Écully, with a total area of 17,000 m², set within a green park and featuring two castles. The new Gérard Pélisson Campus is the result of a €17 million renovation project and was inaugurated in September 2023. It features 22 technology-equipped classrooms, a 250-seat auditorium, collaborative workspaces, and two application bars. The historic Paul Bocuse Campus is equipped with 15 cooking laboratories and a newly inaugurated Pastry Academy. The entire campus infrastructure also includes a Michelin-starred training restaurant, a 5-star training hotel, two training bars, and a total of 20 cooking and pastry facilities.
Student life at Institut Lyfe is rich, diverse, and vibrant. The school's "Campus Team," in collaboration with the Student Union (BDE), organizes various activities throughout the year, including networking events and parties, providing students with opportunities to connect and interact. New students can participate in various cultural workshops starting in September, including dance, theater, painting, and music, designed to foster community spirit. The school also organizes "sustainable development days" and VOXX conferences, inviting renowned professionals to debate topics such as communication strategies for gourmet restaurants and personal development. For students residing in the Clipper residence, themed parties and afterwork events are regularly held to help them meet new people. With over 1,200 students from 75 different nationalities, international students make up 30% of the student body, creating a rich, multicultural atmosphere.


Institut Lyfe provides exceptional career development support, aiming for 100% employability. Support begins from the moment students enroll and continues throughout their studies. Talent Managers, who are certified coaches, help students build a strong and coherent career plan. The school organizes six "Career Match" recruitment events per year, attracting more than 200 employers, and more than one-third of students are hired directly on campus. The Corporate Relations department collaborates with over 800 companies, offering 2,500 internship and job opportunities annually. Through "Career Talks" and "Career Confidence" events, students have the opportunity to interact directly with industry leaders. The alumni network platform provides a powerful directory of graduates and exclusive job offers. Thanks to the quality of its education, the school boasts a 98% employment rate for its graduates.
The below information is required while
completing the university application :
1. A high school diploma (French Baccalaureate or international equivalent). Specific prior experience in the hospitality or culinary industry is not strictly mandatory.
2. For the 100% English-taught tracks, proof of English language scores (like IELTS) is usually required.
Know moreInstitut Lyfe prioritizes student employability and has established a comprehensive support system to achieve this. The school's Corporate Relations department maintains close ties with over 800 leading companies in the industry and provides over 2,500 high-quality internship and job opportunities to students each year. Six times a year, the school organizes "Career Match" events, specialized recruitment days that bring more than 200 employers to campus to meet future talent. These forums cover all sectors, including luxury hotels, lifestyle hotels, traditional and contract catering, culinary arts, and international hotel groups. It is reported that more than one-third of students are hired directly at these campus recruitment events. Additionally, the school offers "Career Talks" and "Career Confidence" sessions, allowing students to interact with industry leaders and build their professional networks.



On January 23, 2025, Institut Lyfe inaugurated its new Pastry Academy. Co-funded by the Foundation, these state-of-the-art laboratories provide students with an optimal environment for learning pastry arts.
Institut Lyfe became the first hospitality school to establish a 360° commitment system called "#TimeForRespect," designed to prevent and combat inappropriate behavior and provide a safe framework for students and staff.
The school's Michelin-starred training restaurant, Saisons, was equipped with the Winnow artificial intelligence solution to intelligently reduce food waste.
The school launched a new training bar concept called "Rose Garden," designed to provide students with innovative, hands-on training in mixology and beverage service.

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