Live-in Summer Chef - Cycling Guesthouse in the French Pyrenees We’re looking for a capable, motivated chef to join us for the summer season at a small, high-quality cycling guesthouse in the French Pyrenees. This is a unique role that sits somewhere between restaurant cooking and lifestyle hospitality: serious food, but in a relaxed, friendly environment. The RoleYou’ll be responsible for preparing three-course dinners each evening for 5–15 guests. We serve a set menu of your choice each evening, with adaptations as necessary for dietary requirements. Typical workload: ~4–5 hours per day Our guests are here to ride big weeks in the mountains, so the food is a core part of the experience:Restaurant-quality cookingFresh, nutritious, generous portionsThoughtful menus suited to guests burning 3-5000kcal/day cycling You’ll also handle:Daily grocery shopping (car provided)Kitchen organisation and cleanliness Who This SuitsThis role works best for a young professional chef who:Has solid kitchen experience and can work independentlyEnjoys cooking to a high standard without restaurant pressureLikes the idea of combining work with time in the mountains If you have worked in a professional kitchen, you’ll likely find this significantly less stressful than service in a restaurant—while still being rewarding and creative. Pay &, Conditions€13/hour (fixed-term French contract – fully declared)Payslips, social security contributions, and legal employmentPayment via bank transfer Included:All food and drinkAccommodation (see below)? Your living costs here are essentially zero AccommodationPrivate modern caravan in the gardenDouble bedElectricity WiFISmall bathroom awning living spaceAccess to a full shower room in the houseLarge domestic kitchen with two ovens plenty of workspaceElectric car provided for shopping and personal use ?? Important: ScheduleWe serve dinner every night when guests are in-house, so there are not regular fixed nights off. However:The workload is relatively short each dayBreaks do occur (especially mid/late season) and are often multiple days at a timeThis structure has worked well with previous chefs over the past 3 summers???? This role suits someone comfortable with a steady daily rhythm rather than a classic rota. The LifestyleThis is a social, relaxed environment:Friendly dinners with guests each eveningA small team (you housekeeper host)Plenty of each day free We actively encourage staff to enjoy the area—cycling, hiking, swimming, exploring the mountains. Many of our previous staff have stayed friends. Non-smoking environment:Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property (including accommodation and vehicles). Applicants must be comfortable adhering to a fully non-smoking workplace. ???? DatesSeason starts: 30 May 2026Season ends: 11 Oct 2026I am open to splitting the season, so perhaps you might prefer to work half of this period.(Flexible start/end dates depending on availability) ???? ApplyPlease send:A short introductionYour relevant kitchen experienceA three-course dinner menu tailored to a group of hungry cyclistsYour availability for the summerIf you’re looking for a summer that combines great cooking in a low pressure environment, great people, and an incredible location, we’d love to hear from you. vetrinabakeca