Seasonal Hospitality Jobs in France with a Working Holiday Visa

Paid seasonal work in hospitality, restaurants and tourism, with structured support from PIC Management
This is not an academic internship. This programme is for eligible Working Holiday Visa candidates who want to take paid seasonal employment in France and gain practical international experience.
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Work in France with a Working Holiday Visa

The Working Holiday Visa, also known as the Youth Mobility or Working Holiday programme, allows young nationals of certain countries and territories to stay in France while being permitted to work, subject to the agreement that applies to their nationality.

PIC Management supports motivated candidates seeking real work experience in hospitality, restaurants and tourism in France.

Nationality, age limits, permitted length of stay, financial requirements and required documents vary by agreement. Every candidate must confirm their eligibility on the official France-Visas website before starting the process.

Key information

Destination: France

Type: paid seasonal employment

Sectors: hospitality, restaurants and tourism

Programme fee: €2,500

Employer: confidential and disclosed only during the placement process

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Chef preparing food in a professional kitchen
Build practical kitchen experience
Take on real responsibilities as part of a professional team.
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Experience a professional season in France
Destinations depend on available opportunities and your profile.

Who can join the programme?

The Working Holiday Visa is not available to every nationality. As a guide, the countries and territories covered by this programme include:

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Russia, South Korea, Taiwan and Uruguay.

This list is for guidance only and must be checked with the French authorities when applying. Agreements and requirements can change.

We are looking for motivated, reliable candidates who are ready to commit to genuine employment. Training or experience in hospitality, restaurants, tourism, cooking, food service, bar work, dishwashing, housekeeping or room cleaning is an advantage.

The position offered depends on your profile, experience, language level, availability and current recruitment needs in France.

Types of seasonal jobs available

Kitchen and stewarding

Kitchen, food preparation, culinary team support and dishwashing roles, depending on the candidate’s experience.

Restaurant service and bar

Restaurant service, front-of-house support, bar work and other guest-facing roles.

Housekeeping and operations

Room cleaning, housekeeping, reception where language skills allow, and operational support.
Candidates with limited experience may be considered for more accessible roles, including housekeeping, so they can begin under suitable conditions.

Programme conditions

Selected candidates receive a position with a hotel or restaurant in France. Pay is set according to applicable rules and the relevant sector agreement.

Depending on the establishment and specific offer, candidates may also receive:

  • access to accommodation;
  • meals on working days;
  • a confirmed offer before departure;
  • support before arrival;
  • assistance at the start of the experience.

Exact conditions vary according to region, season, role and employer. No establishment or employer name is published on this page.

Programme fees

Total programme fee: €2,500

Registration: €600
Payable at the beginning of the process, after your profile has been validated.

Confirmed placement: €1,900
Payable when the employment contract is signed.

What is included

  • Profile assessment.
  • Guidance on the Working Holiday Visa or Youth Mobility route.
  • Search and introduction to a suitable establishment.
  • Interview coordination.
  • A confirmed offer before departure.
  • Accommodation coordination when accommodation is offered.
  • Pre-departure preparation.
  • Support on arrival and at the beginning of the experience.

What is not included

  • Flights.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Visa fees.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Transfers.
  • Temporary accommodation if you arrive before the agreed date.

How the application process works

  1. Send your application with your CV, nationality, experience, availability and preferred type of role.
  2. Profile review and an initial check that the programme matches your situation.
  3. Search and interview with an establishment suited to your profile.
  4. Contract and confirmed offer before departure.
  5. Preparation for travel, coordination of conditions and support at the start of your experience.

Frequently asked questions

Is this an internship in France?
No. This page is for a seasonal work programme for candidates eligible for a Working Holiday Visa. It is not an academic internship or work placement.
Does PIC Management issue the visa?
No. PIC Management provides guidance and support. The candidate applies for the visa, and the decision is made by the French authorities.
Are accommodation and meals included?
They may be offered depending on the establishment and position. Exact conditions are disclosed during the placement process.
Can I choose a specific city or establishment?
Placement depends on your profile, experience, language level, availability and recruitment needs in France. No establishment is publicly identified.
When is the second part of the fee payable?
The €1,900 confirmed-placement fee is payable when you sign the employment contract.

Would you like to work in France?

Send your CV and include your nationality, experience, availability and preferred type of role. Our team will review your application and tell you whether your profile may match available opportunities.
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