2024-07-19 08:51:32
Some people work, others take a nap. Margot went to the communal kitchen to prepare something to eat. No time to waste. It’s already 3pm and she’ll start recruiting in 30 minutes. Meanwhile, Victor and Zoe walked into the room, just trying to catch their breath. After the big service at noon, that’s it, break time. It’s all seasonal. They meet, talk, and live together. Their specialness? They live at the Lugées estate in Arès, among forests and crickets, in modular rooms designed to be both discreet and ephemeral…
Some people work, others take a nap. Margot went to the communal kitchen to prepare something to eat. No time to waste. It’s already 3pm and she’ll start recruiting in 30 minutes. Meanwhile, Victor and Zoe walked into the room, just trying to catch their breath. After the big service at noon, that’s it, break time. It’s all seasonal. They meet, talk, and live together. Their specialness? They live at the Lugées estate in Arès, among forests and crickets, in modular rooms that are both secluded and ephemeral.
This is one of the solutions proposed by the Urban Community of North Arcachon Basin (Coban) to alleviate the housing shortage affecting the region. from 1yes From July to August 31, at a price of 350 euros per person per month, 24 single beds are distributed in 12 air-conditioned rooms, all located in modular buildings integrated into nature. condition? Sign a labor contract. “This system is part of a local housing plan that addresses three main challenges,” said Cédric Pain, Vice President of Coban. Be ethical from an environmental, economic and social perspective. »
“There are jobs everywhere, but no housing”
“Without this project, I would not have been able to come to the Basin,” laments Margaux, who this summer worked in a bakery in Les Reiss. The property is inaccessible. Owners and agents forget that seasonal workers are needed to keep resorts running. » According to the Bordeaux Concierge, the average price for a small furnished rental in Arcachon is 126 euros per night. Clearly, the area is attractive and land is being added. “We found jobs here and there, but no accommodation,” recalled Victor, who dated Zoe. Yes, but we should give up one of our two paychecks to pay rent. » These two 18-year-old students from Toulouse and Nantes decided to spend their summer vacation in Ares in the catering industry. It’s a real challenge being away from home, and they face the same challenges as most young people in the field.
For now, links on the site are being created cautiously, but they should evolve. Proving this, all Victor needs is a power outage to meet his new neighbors. “The commotion broke out and we all found ourselves getting to know each other in the hallway. We even decided to create a WhatsApp group and go have a few beers together. » “Four Seasons, you live on top of each other,” says Margaux. At 3:15 p.m., she had a quick cigarette before leaving. “Usually, you make crazy friendships. Plus, we get great value for money here. Think of some people on the loop. »
The kitchen is truly the center of life. Currently, the estate has 24 accommodation units and is home to 18 people.
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“Strengthening local structures”
An agreement has been signed with the Prado Secular Association, which manages the site, to provide a 24/7 on-call service. Its mission is to welcome applicant requests, install and support them. Missing an iron or pan? The problem will be solved the next day. “We’re here to make their personal and professional lives easier,” explains director Eric Jaumet. Every morning a cleaning lady who lives nearby comes and cleans the showers and toilets. For linens, we also work with Village Dry Cleaners. The challenge is also to create geographic momentum. »
Ares Mayor Xavier Daney shares the same wish. “A similar system has been in place in Lesges for two years. This is to strengthen the local structure. We select companies that really need employees. When they recruit seasonal workers, they can provide them with accommodation. The lease is directly linked to the employment contract Relevant. This service is vital and we are very happy with it so far »
Employers are very happy
At the Crêperie Tchanquée restaurant, service is coming to an end for Brigitte Michel and her staff. The two women seemed to have known each other for years. At the age of 20, Capucin came here “to explore the area and repay the loan by working in the basin.” This seasonal girl lives with her merry companions at the Lugées estate, enough to keep her boss happy. Brigitte chose to pay the rent. “I can’t do anything without Capucin. My goal is to show young people how fun it is to work. Of course I understand their housing problem. It has become unaffordable. But at the same time, we need them too, especially because of recruitment It’s difficult to get up. I just want to say one thing: long live this initiative »
This initiative links the lease to the employment contract, creating a trusting relationship between employee and employer, just like Brigitte and Capucin.
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