Margaux

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Hello ! Buenas ! Bonjour !

Hi, I’m Margaux, a 32 years old French chef, creative and curious human being, currently exploring a more nomadic and intentional way of living.

Food has been a big part of my life since I was 16. I’ve worked in restaurants and hospitality in France and London, and over the past few years I’ve developed my own activity as a freelance chef, cooking for private clients, events and retreats. I’m especially passionate about plant-based, colourful, nourishing food and working with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.

But food is only one part of what I do.

This year, I’ve also started training in breathwork, an experience that has made me even more interested in the connection between the body, emotions, nature and the way we live. Alongside this, I’m developing my skills in communication, content creation, photography and video. I love creating things, telling stories and finding ways to share experiences and ideas through images and words.

I’ve also had the opportunity to be involved in humanitarian work, which taught me a lot about adaptability, teamwork, getting out of my comfort zone and connecting with people from very different backgrounds.

Today, I’m looking for experiences that bring all these parts of me together. I want to learn more about permaculture, growing food, sustainable living and working with the land, while contributing with the skills I already have.

I’m happy to help in the kitchen, cook for a team, work in the garden, harvest, help with events, create content, take photos or videos, support communication, or simply get involved wherever I’m needed. I’m independent and used to working on my own, but I also really enjoy being part of a team and learning from others.

My long-term dream is to build a life around food, nature, creativity, wellness and community — possibly creating spaces where people can come together, slow down and reconnect with themselves and with nature.

For me, Workaway is not just about travelling. It’s about learning through experience, meeting people who live differently, contributing something meaningful and discovering new ways of building a life that feels truly aligned.

I’m curious, adaptable, energetic and hands-on — and always happy to learn something new. 🌱

Interests

Dancing

DIY & crafts

Camping

Outdoor activities

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Politics / Social justice

Farming

Culture

Charity work

Drawing & painting

Plant care

Writing

Events & social

Beach

Cooking & food

Music

Photography

Languages

Sustainability

Mountain

Gardening

Art & design

Videography

Self development

Vegetarian or vegan

LGBTQ

Van life

Nature

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

House & pet sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Light gardening

Helping around the house

Art Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Languages

More details about your skills

I have a wide range of practical, creative and organisational skills, coming from my experience in hospitality, tourism, food and communication.

Cooking & hospitality:
-Professional cooking experience since the age of 16
-Vegetarian and plant-based cooking
-Menu creation, meal preparation and cooking for groups
-Experience in restaurants, private events and retreats
-Kitchen organisation and food preparation

Tourism & management:
-Experience as a tourism manager
-Managed two restaurants and a campsite
-Team management and staff coordination
-Guest relations and customer service
-Organisation and day-to-day operations
-Experience creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests

Communication & creative skills:
-Background in communication
-Experience with social media and online communication
-Currently developing my skills in content creation, photography and video
-Interested in visual storytelling and creating engaging content
-Comfortable helping with social media, photos, videos and communication for a project
-Fluent in French and English

Wellbeing:
-Breathwork training and practice (started this year)
-Interest in body awareness, mindfulness and holistic practices
-Creating nourishing and intentional food experiences

Humanitarian & personal skills:
-Humanitarian experience (Master degree)
-Adaptable and comfortable in new environments
-Used to working with people from different backgrounds
-Independent, resourceful and hands-on
-Good organisational skills

I’m someone who likes to be useful and genuinely get involved. I can take responsibility when needed, but I’m equally happy to roll up my sleeves and help with whatever needs to be done — from cooking and gardening to welcoming guests, organising a project or creating content.

Age

32

What else ...

I am travelling with Ouzo, my 4-year-old dog. Ouzo is an easy-going and sociable dog who loves being in nature and gets along well with other dogs, children and people. He has also lived on a farm with other animals before.

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  Special dietary requirements
  My diet is 90% of the time vegetarian.