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FRANCE – HOSPITALITY WORKERS

Positions: Hotel Worker / Housekeeping / Kitchen Assistant / Restaurant Assistant / Hotel Porter
Employer: To Be Announced (TBA)
Country: France
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: No Previous Experience Required for Entry-Level Positions
Estimated Salary: €1,450–€1,550 Net Per Month
Working Hours: Full-Time – According to Employment Contract
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare: Provided / French Social Security
Overtime: Available Where Required
Work Permit Assistance: Provided
Visa Assistance: Provided

WORK IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN FRANCE

Applications are now open for full-time Hospitality Worker positions in France.

We are looking for reliable, presentable and hard-working individuals interested in relocating to France and working within the hotel, restaurant and hospitality industry.

Positions may be available with hotels, resorts, restaurants and other hospitality businesses.

There are a variety of entry-level positions available, and the exact role offered will depend on the employer’s requirements and the candidate’s suitability.

Typical positions can include:

  • Hotel Housekeeping Worker
  • Room Attendant
  • Hotel Cleaner
  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Kitchen Porter
  • Dishwasher
  • Food Preparation Assistant
  • Restaurant Assistant
  • Hotel Porter
  • General Hospitality Worker

No previous hospitality experience is required for many entry-level positions. Successful candidates will receive workplace instructions and training for their assigned duties.

These vacancies are for full-time employment and are not being advertised as seasonal positions.

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

Hospitality opportunities may be available in major cities and tourism destinations throughout France, including:

  • Paris
  • Lyon
  • Marseille
  • Nice
  • Bordeaux
  • Toulouse
  • Strasbourg
  • Lille
  • Nantes
  • Montpellier

The final workplace and location will depend on the participating employer and positions available at the time of recruitment.

Candidates should be prepared to relocate to the location where employment is offered.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Hospitality Workers help hotels and restaurants maintain the standards expected by their guests and customers.

The exact responsibilities will depend on the position.

Some employees may work primarily in hotel rooms and housekeeping departments, while others may be assigned to kitchens, restaurants, cleaning departments or general hotel operations.

Hospitality work requires good teamwork, reliability and attention to cleanliness.

HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING

Housekeeping Workers and Room Attendants are responsible for helping maintain clean, comfortable and presentable hotel rooms.

A normal working day may involve preparing rooms after guests leave and ensuring rooms are ready before new guests arrive.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Making beds
  • Changing bed linen
  • Replacing towels
  • Cleaning bathrooms
  • Cleaning showers and sinks
  • Vacuuming floors
  • Sweeping and mopping
  • Dusting furniture
  • Emptying bins
  • Replacing guest supplies
  • Organising hotel rooms
  • Checking rooms for forgotten belongings
  • Reporting damaged items
  • Preparing rooms for arriving guests

Housekeeping staff normally work according to a daily list of rooms provided by their supervisor.

Workers are expected to complete rooms carefully while maintaining the cleanliness standards established by the hotel.

HOTEL CLEANING

Some employees may be responsible for cleaning common areas rather than individual guest rooms.

This can include:

  • Hotel corridors
  • Reception areas
  • Lifts
  • Stairways
  • Public toilets
  • Restaurant areas
  • Staff areas
  • Meeting rooms
  • Entrances
  • Other common areas

Workers may use standard cleaning products and equipment after receiving appropriate workplace instructions.

Cleanliness is particularly important within the hospitality industry, and employees will be expected to follow the employer’s hygiene procedures.

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Kitchen Assistants support chefs and other kitchen employees with everyday food preparation and kitchen duties.

This is generally a supporting position and does not require the employee to work as a qualified chef.

Typical duties can include:

  • Washing vegetables
  • Preparing basic ingredients
  • Peeling and cutting vegetables
  • Preparing simple food items
  • Organising ingredients
  • Collecting ingredients from storage
  • Preparing kitchen workstations
  • Moving food supplies
  • Cleaning preparation areas
  • Organising kitchen equipment
  • Assisting chefs when requested
  • Following food hygiene procedures

Employees working with food will be expected to follow strict hygiene and food-safety instructions.

KITCHEN PORTER & DISHWASHER

Kitchen Porters play an important role in keeping hotel and restaurant kitchens operating efficiently.

These positions can involve:

  • Washing plates
  • Washing glasses
  • Cleaning cutlery
  • Cleaning cooking equipment
  • Loading and unloading dishwashing machines
  • Cleaning kitchen surfaces
  • Emptying waste containers
  • Keeping washing areas organised
  • Moving clean equipment to storage areas
  • Cleaning kitchen floors
  • Helping maintain hygienic working conditions

The work can be fast-paced, particularly during busy breakfast, lunch and dinner periods.

Workers should be comfortable standing for extended periods and working as part of a busy kitchen team.

FOOD PREPARATION ASSISTANT

Some employees may be assigned to food preparation areas.

The role involves helping prepare ingredients before meals are cooked or served.

Employees may wash produce, prepare basic ingredients, organise food containers, prepare simple items and ensure ingredients are available to kitchen staff.

Workers must carefully follow instructions concerning food storage, hygiene and preparation.

RESTAURANT ASSISTANT

Restaurant Assistants help keep dining areas organised and support restaurant staff.

Depending on the establishment, responsibilities may include:

  • Preparing tables
  • Setting out cutlery
  • Preparing dining areas
  • Clearing tables
  • Collecting used plates
  • Taking dishes to kitchen areas
  • Cleaning tables
  • Replacing table settings
  • Preparing restaurant areas between services
  • Replenishing supplies
  • Helping maintain clean dining areas
  • Assisting restaurant teams during busy periods

Customer-facing responsibilities will depend on the employee’s role and communication ability.

HOTEL PORTER & GENERAL HOTEL ASSISTANT

Hotel Porters and General Assistants may perform a mixture of practical duties throughout the hotel.

This could include helping move luggage, transporting supplies, moving linen, assisting housekeeping departments and ensuring materials reach the correct areas of the hotel.

General Hotel Assistants may also help prepare rooms for events, move furniture, organise storage areas and support other departments when required.

The position can involve considerable walking during a normal working day.

LINEN & LAUNDRY DUTIES

Hotels use large quantities of towels, sheets, pillowcases and other linen every day.

Some Hospitality Workers may assist with:

  • Collecting used linen
  • Sorting towels and sheets
  • Moving laundry containers
  • Folding clean linen
  • Organising linen rooms
  • Delivering clean linen
  • Preparing housekeeping supplies
  • Keeping laundry areas organised

Employees may work directly with the hotel’s laundry department or with housekeeping teams.

GENERAL HOSPITALITY DUTIES

Hospitality employees should be prepared to assist with different duties when required.

Hotels and restaurants are busy workplaces where different departments work together.

General duties can include organising supplies, cleaning work areas, moving equipment, replenishing stock, preparing workstations and helping colleagues during busy periods.

Employees will receive instructions from their supervisors regarding their daily responsibilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Hospitality work can be physically active and fast-paced.

Depending on the position, a normal working day can involve:

  • Standing for extended periods
  • Walking around hotels or restaurants
  • Cleaning
  • Making beds
  • Carrying linen
  • Moving supplies
  • Washing dishes
  • Preparing food
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Working around customers
  • Working as part of a team
  • Following hygiene standards
  • Meeting daily work targets

Hospitality businesses may operate seven days a week, so working days will depend on the employee’s roster.

Employees may be required to work mornings, afternoons or evenings according to the employer’s schedule.

WORKING HOURS

These are full-time employment positions.

Working hours will be specified in the individual employment contract and organised in accordance with applicable French employment rules and the relevant hospitality-sector arrangements.

Because hotels and restaurants operate outside traditional office hours, employees should be prepared for different shift patterns.

Depending on the position, shifts may include:

Morning Shifts – particularly housekeeping and breakfast operations.

Day Shifts – housekeeping, cleaning, kitchen preparation and general hotel operations.

Evening Shifts – particularly restaurants, kitchens and cleaning operations.

Employees will receive their working schedule from the employer.

Rest periods and weekly rest days will be arranged according to the applicable employment requirements.

SALARY

Estimated Take-Home Salary: €1,450–€1,550 Per Month

This is an estimated salary range for entry-level positions.

The employee’s official gross salary and hourly rate will be stated in the final employment contract.

The employer must pay at least the legally applicable minimum salary, taking into account French minimum-wage requirements and any applicable hospitality-sector minimum.

The actual amount received after deductions can vary according to the employment arrangement and the employee’s individual circumstances.

Additional earnings may be possible through approved overtime or additional hours.

ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED

Accommodation will be arranged for successful employees.

Depending on the employer and location, accommodation may include shared apartments, shared houses, worker residences, hotel staff accommodation or other suitable housing.

Employees may share kitchens, bathrooms and other common facilities.

Full details regarding accommodation will be provided before the employment offer is accepted.

Any applicable charges, utilities or deductions will be disclosed in advance.

MEALS PROVIDED

Meals will be provided during scheduled working days according to the employer’s arrangements.

The exact arrangement may vary between hotels and restaurants and will be explained as part of the employment package.

HEALTHCARE

Employees legally working in France will receive the applicable healthcare and social-security arrangements associated with their employment.

Registration and coverage details will be explained during the employment and onboarding process.

OVERTIME & ADDITIONAL HOURS

Hotels and restaurants can experience periods of increased demand.

Additional hours may therefore become available depending on the employer, position and workload.

Where overtime or additional hours are available and legally permitted, employees may have an opportunity to increase their earnings.

Additional hours and overtime are not guaranteed.

WORK PERMIT ASSISTANCE

Successful international applicants who require authorization to work legally in France will receive assistance with the applicable work authorization process.

Where a work permit is required, the relevant employer procedures and employment documentation will need to be completed before employment can begin.

Candidates will receive guidance concerning the applicable process.

VISA ASSISTANCE PROVIDED

Candidates requiring a visa to enter France for employment will receive visa application assistance after successfully completing the recruitment process and receiving the appropriate employment documentation.

Assistance may include guidance concerning:

  • Employment documentation
  • Work authorization documents
  • Visa application requirements
  • Supporting documents
  • Application procedures
  • Visa appointment preparation
  • Pre-departure requirements

Work permit and visa assistance does not guarantee approval.

All applications remain subject to the decisions of the relevant French authorities.

APPLICATION & INTERVIEW PROCESS

Candidates interested in Hospitality Worker positions should begin by completing the online application form available on this website.

Applications will be reviewed against available hotel, restaurant and hospitality vacancies.

Candidates who meet the requirements of participating employers may be shortlisted and contacted regarding the next stage.

Successful shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and selection process in Asia or the United Kingdom, depending on employer and recruitment arrangements.

There is no requirement to travel simply to submit an application.

If an in-person interview is required, shortlisted applicants will receive information about the location, date and arrangements.

Candidates should not book flights or accommodation until they have received an official interview invitation and confirmed their ability to legally travel to the interview destination.

EMPLOYMENT OFFER

Candidates selected for employment will receive details of their proposed position before proceeding with the work authorization and visa process.

The employment offer will identify the:

  • Employer
  • Job title
  • Workplace
  • Location
  • Salary
  • Working hours
  • Contract duration
  • Accommodation arrangements
  • Meal arrangements
  • Employment conditions

Candidates should carefully review their employment documentation before accepting the position.

HOW TO APPLY

COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

If you are interested in working in the hospitality industry in France, complete the application form available on this website.

Provide accurate and complete information.

Once your application has been submitted, please wait to be contacted.

Applications will be assessed against available positions.

SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

If your application is selected for the next stage, the recruitment team will contact you directly with further instructions.

There is no need to submit multiple applications or repeatedly contact the recruitment team regarding your application status.

POSITION SUMMARY

Positions: Hotel Worker / Housekeeping / Kitchen Assistant / Restaurant Assistant / Kitchen Porter / General Hospitality Worker
Country: France
Employment: Full-Time
Experience: No Previous Experience Required for Entry-Level Positions
Estimated Salary: €1,450–€1,550 Net Per Month
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare: Provided / Applicable French Social Security
Overtime: Available Where Required
Work Permit Assistance: Provided
Visa Assistance: Provided
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews in Asia or the United Kingdom

APPLY FOR HOSPITALITY WORK IN FRANCE

If you are reliable, willing to learn and interested in working in France’s hotel and hospitality industry, complete the online application form to be considered for available positions.

Complete the application form and wait to be contacted if your application is shortlisted.

Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview, employment, work authorization or visa approval. Employment is subject to employer selection, a formal employment contract, applicable French labour requirements and approval by the appropriate French authorities. Candidates should not resign from existing employment or make travel arrangements until the necessary employment and immigration documentation has been issued.