Camarero/a

Job Description

The Camarero/a serves guests in the restaurant and bar, takes orders, delivers food and drinks, clears and prepares tables, processes payments when required, and maintains high service and hygiene standards. Candidates should have previous hospitality or waiting experience, a customer-focused attitude, good communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hotel environment. Spanish is generally expected; English and other languages are valuable in an international resort. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays is essential. The role also requires teamwork, professional presentation, attention to detail and a willingness to follow Melia’s service, food-safety and sustainability procedures.

Company Info

Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s largest hospitality companies and a leading hotel group with properties in Europe, the Americas, the Caribbean, Africa and Asia. Founded in Mallorca, the group operates several brands ranging from resort and leisure hotels to upscale urban properties, including Meliá, Paradisus, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE and Zel. Meliá places strong emphasis on guest experience, responsible tourism, employee development and international career opportunities. Zel Fuerteventura is part of its lifestyle and resort portfolio, offering accommodation and leisure experiences in the Canary Islands. Employees typically work in multicultural teams and may benefit from training, internal mobility and hotel-sector employment conditions. Exact benefits, working hours and salary depend on the property, contract type and applicable Spanish collective agreement.

Destination Guide

Spain’s islands offer strong employment opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, leisure, transport, retail and seasonal services. The Canary Islands, including Fuerteventura, are known for warm weather, beaches, surfing, relaxed communities and an international population. Fuerteventura has a quieter lifestyle than Tenerife or Gran Canaria, though housing can be limited and rents may rise in resort areas. Spanish is important for daily life, while English and German are useful in tourism. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work in Spain after registering and obtaining the required identification documents. Non-EU citizens generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and visa before starting employment. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, healthcare registration, a Spanish bank account and a NIE/TIE where applicable. Public transport is available, but a car can be useful in remote areas. Seasonal contracts are common, so confirm accommodation and contract terms before relocating.