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