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Fregador/a
Role summary
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The Fregador/a, or kitchen steward, is responsible for washing dishes, cookware, utensils and kitchen equipment, keeping work areas clean, removing waste and supporting the kitchen team with hygiene and cleaning duties. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit and comfortable working on their feet in a busy hotel environment. Basic knowledge of food-safety and workplace hygiene is useful, while previous experience in kitchen stewarding, restaurants or hotels may be preferred but is not always essential. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently, follow health and safety procedures, maintain high cleanliness standards and cooperate well with chefs, waiters and other hotel departments. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays is normally required.
Can I work in the Canary Islands?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Local-first test (hotel jobs are not on the shortage list), or a seasonal permit that comes with employer housing.
Official source: Spanish Ministry of Inclusion: residence and work permit for employees. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Canary Islands
Usual for the Canary Islands, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually; severe housing shortage |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals customary |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | Small pooled tips |
| Contract | More often year-round |
| Leave | 30 days; pay in 14 instalments |
| Income tax | About 15% to 20% in all |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Canary Islands
Who can work there by passport, what a job usually includes, and island life.
About Melia Hotels International
Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s largest hotel groups and a well-established international hospitality company. Founded in Mallorca, the group operates hotels and resorts across Spain and many destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia and other regions. Its portfolio includes brands such as Meliá, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE, Sol and Paradisus, covering leisure, business, luxury and all-inclusive travel. Meliá places strong emphasis on guest service, responsible tourism, employee development and multicultural teamwork. In the Canary Islands, the company manages several resorts and hotels serving international holidaymakers throughout the year. Employees can gain experience in hotel operations, benefit from structured procedures and potentially access internal training and career opportunities within the wider group.