Hospitality & Catering

The most sought-after temporary jobs in hospitality and catering are servers, cooks, commis chefs, kitchen porters, receptionists and housekeeping staff, both in restaurants and hotels as well as in institutional catering. Demand is particularly high during tourist seasons, events, and seasonal peaks. Establishments look for operational profiles who can be independent quickly.

All you need to do is register with an employment agency and, depending on the position, have some initial experience or food hygiene training. Many assignments, such as dishwashing or kitchen assistance, are accessible without a diploma. Professional attire is sometimes required.

Temporary work allows you to multiply your experience in a variety of establishments—restaurants, hotels, caterers, or institutional catering—and quickly build up your CV. Remuneration is supplemented by end-of-assignment and paid leave allowances, and extra shifts allow you to work according to your availability.

Yes, school canteens, corporate cafeterias, and healthcare facilities regularly recruit temporary staff, particularly for cook, kitchen assistant, or catering worker positions. These assignments often offer more regular hours than traditional commercial catering.

Yes, several jobs in the sector are open to beginners: kitchen porter, kitchen assistant, multi-skilled catering worker, housekeeping staff. These positions are an ideal entry point to learn the trade on the job before moving on to commis chef, server, or cook roles.

The employment agency offers you assignments that match your skills and availability: extra help for an event, replacements, or tourist seasons. You are an employee of the agency, which manages your contract and payroll. Assignments range from a few hours as an extra to several months for a full season.