Work in Zante
Beaches, international mix of people, boat cruises, amazing nightlife, world class clubs and djs - there are so many reasons you might want to work in Zante. You can mix working, with partying and also relaxing on some of the best beaches in the whole of Greece.
Zante is one the most popular in the country, you go can wild with the amount of bars and clubs, hit the beach, join adventure sports or for something different try to spot wild sea turtles.
If the idea of spending a working holiday in Zante appeals to you we have lots of information on the best jobs available, popular recruiters and also a selection of summer work packages.
Summer Jobs in Zante
Got no plans for summer? Make some by applying to work abroad in Zante! There are a lot of summer jobs from May to September including bar work, restaurant work, pr reps, jelly shot girls and glass collectors. Most of the night entertainment takes places on the busy strip of Laganas which is where most jobs are found. You could also seek employmen on Kalamake Road which also has lots of bars and restaurants.
Bar, Club & PR Jobs
Some of the most popular local bars to seek employment include Three Lions, G Spot, BarCode, Lush, Kamakaze, Aussies and Sabotage. The biggest clubs which hire include: Rescue, Zeros, Linekers, Waikiki and Cherry Bay.
- Wages: 10-60 Euros per night
- Working Hours: 9pm - 3am
- What to Expect: You will need to be social persuading people to go into bars and clubs. You will need bags of energy.
- Benefits: Free drinks, meeting new people, work in some of the best bars/clubs on the island
Jelly Shot Girl Jobs
- Wages: Depending on how many you sell, usaully around 20-80 Euros a night
- Working Hours: 10pm - 3am
- What to Expect: You will be selling a wide selection of jelly drinks, shots, tubes and gas chambers. To do this job you have to be very outgoing and have the ability to be both fun and flirty.
- Benefits: Free drinks, constant party environment, free club passes
Restaurant & Hospitality Jobs
- Wages: 20-50 euros a night plus tips
- Working Hours: 6-8 hour shifts, 10am-11pm
- What to Expect: You could be handing out leaflets for the restaurant, a waiter/waitress or kitchen work. You will need a friendly personality. These positions are more relaxed than working in bars
- Benefits: Advantages Free Meals & free drinks
Glass Collector Jobs
- Wages: 30-40 Euros a night plus tips
- Working Hours: 6-8 hours shifts 9pm- 4am
- What to Expect: Re-stocking the bar and collecting empty glasses etc
- Benefits: Free drinks, basic wage, work in party environment
Ticket Seller Jobs
- Wages: 20-60 Euros per day
- Working Hours: Very Flexible
- The Role: Sell tickets for boat parties, foam parties,club nights or bar crawls
- Benefits: Free entry to clubs
Other Positions
There are lots of other positions available in the hoiday resorts. You could work as an activity instructor, in a office for a holiday company or as a in-country rep.
Working in Zante FAQ
Best time to find work in Zante?
If you are wondering when the best time to find jobs in Zante we recommend arriving early in the season around April or May - you will stand a better chance of beating the crowds. In late June and July lots of the resorts are jam packed and most of the bars, clubs and restraurants will have already hired staff.
Don't worry if you can't arrive early there are still jobs available as employers are always on the look out for new staff throughout the summer. Also if you arrive late in July or August you still stand a good chance of getting a job as many of the workers go home early or move to different resorts.
Wages
The pay in Zante is usually around 15-50 euros per night depending on the job/season. Some jobs you can boost your ages through commission on selling things like laughing gas, tickets and activities. Sometimes you will get free drinks and food too.
Visa and requirements
If you are from an EU country you don't need a visa to work in Zante. Foreigners, including Brits do need a visa to legally work here.
How do I get paid?
Most bars and clubs pay by cash in hand either daily, weekly, every fortnight or some monthly.
How to Apply
You can apply through an agency who will arrage your flights, accommodation and an in-country rep or you can apply independently by seeking out employment locally. Agencies can't 100% guarantee work, you will need to make a good impression to hiring managers. View all our summer jobs in Greece.
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