Ch teau du Molay - Assistant Cook (EU PASSPORT) - France

Experience Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A seasonal travel organization is seeking an Assistant Cook to join their team at Chateau Du Molay in Normandy, France. Responsibilities include preparing meals for a high-volume guest service and maintaining kitchen standards. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a busy kitchen environment and possesses excellent food hygiene knowledge. This role offers a seasonal salary, accommodation, meals, and opportunities for role progression in a picturesque setting.

Benefits

Full meals

On-site shared accommodation

Uniform and insurance

Access to outdoor facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a commis chef in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Experience in overseas or hotel-based kitchens is a bonus.
• Conversational English essential; French speaking a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lunch and dinner for high-volume guest service.
• Run the kitchen independently on manager’s days off.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and cleanliness.

Skills

Commis chef experience

Excellent knowledge of Food & Hygiene

Ability to cater for dietary requirements

Fast-paced work

Conversational English

Job description

Job Overview

Travelbound is looking for an Assistant Cook to join our seasonal programme at Chateau Du Molay in Normandy, France. The role will be based at the historic 18th‑century chateau, servicing school guests and teachers from France, the UK, and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lunch and dinner for high‑volume guest service, including platter and plated service.
• Follow the Catering Manager/Head Chef direction and manage prep work with knowledge of menus, allergens, and dietary requirements.
• Run the kitchen independently on the manager’s days off, ensuring smooth service.
• Assist with pot‑washing, kitchen cleaning, stock management, deliveries, and monthly stock takes.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and cleanliness, with focus on HACCP, COSHH and French regulations.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a commis chef in a busy commercial, high‑volume kitchen.
• Experience in overseas or hotel‑based kitchens is a bonus.
• Excellent knowledge of Food & Hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and ability to adapt to French regulations.
• Ability to cater for a wide range of dietary requirements.
• Comfortable working fast‑paced, short service times, both individually and as part of a team.
• Conversational English essential; French speaking a bonus.
• Minimum age 18 by the start of the season; EU passport or work visa required.

What Travelbound Offers

• Seasonal salary paid in Euros, all staff on French contract.
• Full meals and on‑site shared accommodation (or option to live off‑site).
• Uniform, insurance, staff bikes, outdoor swimming pool (May‑Sept), BBQ, discounted drinks.
• Full job training and opportunity for role progression, including future seasons with sister brands.
• Access to on‑site facilities and the chance to experience Normandy and Paris.

Schedule & Availability

Available from end of February to July (possible extension to October). Applicants must be ready to start at the end of February.

Application

Apply for just one Travelbound role you feel best suited for. If applying as a couple, submit individual applications and name your partner in the application. We review applications and will contact all applicants within up to three weeks.