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Salaries depend on the role and experience, and working hours. The standard salary is up to EUR 1,100 net per month; however, it may vary slightly (within a range of EUR 30–50) depending on the hotel. An accommodation and meals are provided by the hotel.
The standard schedule is 6 working days per week (8 hours per day plus a 30-minute break), including Sundays and public holidays.
Yes. All mandatory taxes in Greece are paid by the employer. You will have an official employment contract and you will be registered as an employee according to Greek Labour regulations.
Yes, overtime and work on Sundays or public holidays are paid additionally according to Greek Labour regulations.
Seasonal work usually lasts from May until October, depending on the hotel and position. Minimum time period are 3 months and exact time period will be agreed in contract with hotel.
Not necessarily. Many positions are suitable for beginners and training is provided directly at the hotel.
It depends on the job – for housekeeping and Cook`s Assistant basic English is enough to understand instructions, while positions like hostess require good to fluent English.
Yes, after the end of the season you will receive documentation confirming your official employment in Greece. These documents may be useful for future job applications or if you wish to continue working in the hospitality industry abroad.
Flights are paid by the employee by his own expense. Once you arrive in Greece there will be organized transfers by hotel and you will be met and transferred to your accommodation or hotel.
The hotel provides accommodation usually near the hotel or resort. In case of accommodation is driving distance, hotel ensures transfer services free of charge.
Accommodation is in shared rooms; a free staff bus takes employees to and from the hotel before and after the work.
Yes, employees receive three free meals per day in the staff dining area at the hotel.
No. The employer provides the full uniform, as well as towels and bed linen, including regular cleaning and replacement.
A clean criminal record certificate, basic English skills (additional languages are an advantage), the ability to work in a team, and willingness to follow legally given instructions from hotel supervisors; previous hospitality experience is helpful but not mandatory.