Position: Hotel Worker / Housekeeping / Kitchen Assistant / Restaurant Assistant / Kitchen Porter / General Hospitality Worker
Employer: To Be Announced (TBA)
Country: Switzerland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: Entry-Level Positions Available
Salary: From CHF 3,713 Gross Per Month
Working Hours: Generally 42 Hours Per Week
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare / Insurance: According to Applicable Swiss Requirements
Overtime: Available Where Required
Employment Authorization Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Visa / Residence Permit Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates

WORK IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN SWITZERLAND

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

Opportunities may be available with hotels, restaurants, resorts and other hospitality businesses requiring reliable employees to support their everyday operations.

Available positions may include:

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

Entry-level opportunities may be available depending on the employer and the candidate’s eligibility to work in Switzerland.

Successful employees will receive workplace instructions and training appropriate to their assigned position.

These vacancies are intended as full-time employment.

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

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

• Zurich
• Geneva
• Basel
• Bern
• Lausanne
• Lucerne
• Interlaken
• Lugano
• St. Moritz
• Zermatt

The final hotel, restaurant, resort and workplace location will depend on participating employers and vacancies 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 provide clean, organised and professional services to their guests.

The exact responsibilities will depend on the position offered.

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

Employees should be prepared to work as part of a team and follow the procedures established by their employer.

HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING

Housekeeping Workers and Room Attendants are responsible for helping maintain clean and comfortable guest rooms.

A typical working day may involve preparing rooms after departing guests and ensuring they are ready for new arrivals.

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
• Preparing rooms for arriving guests
• Reporting damaged items
• Reporting maintenance problems

Housekeeping employees will normally receive a daily schedule or room list from their supervisor.

Employees are expected to complete their assigned rooms carefully while maintaining the standards established by the hotel.

HOTEL CLEANING

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

These areas can include:

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

Workers will receive instructions concerning cleaning products, equipment and hygiene procedures.

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

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

This is generally a supporting position and does not mean that an entry-level employee will be expected to work independently as a qualified chef.

Typical duties may include:

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

Employees working with food must follow the employer’s food-safety and hygiene requirements.

KITCHEN PORTER & DISHWASHER

Kitchen Porters and Dishwashers help keep restaurant and hotel kitchens operating efficiently.

Typical responsibilities include:

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

The work can become fast-paced during breakfast, lunch and dinner service.

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

FOOD PREPARATION ASSISTANT

Some employees may be assigned to food-preparation areas.

The role involves supporting kitchen teams before meals are cooked and served.

Employees may:

• Wash produce
• Prepare vegetables
• Prepare basic ingredients
• Organise food containers
• Prepare simple items
• Move ingredients
• Prepare workstations
• Replenish supplies
• Clean preparation areas

Employees must follow instructions concerning food storage, preparation and hygiene.

RESTAURANT ASSISTANT

Restaurant Assistants support the everyday operation of hotel restaurants, cafés and other dining establishments.

Depending on the employer and position, duties 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 dining areas between services
• Replenishing supplies
• Maintaining clean restaurant areas
• Supporting restaurant teams during busy periods

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

HOTEL PORTER & GENERAL HOTEL ASSISTANT

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

Responsibilities can include:

• Moving luggage
• Transporting supplies
• Moving linen
• Assisting housekeeping teams
• Preparing storage areas
• Moving equipment
• Preparing meeting rooms
• Assisting with events
• Delivering supplies to hotel departments
• Helping maintain organised common areas

The position can involve considerable walking and standing during the working day.

LINEN & LAUNDRY WORK

Hotels use significant quantities of sheets, towels, pillowcases and other linen.

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
• Maintaining organised laundry areas

Employees may work directly with the hotel’s laundry department or as part of the housekeeping team.

GENERAL HOSPITALITY DUTIES

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

Hotels and restaurants depend on different departments working together.

General duties may include:

• Organising supplies
• Cleaning work areas
• Moving equipment
• Replenishing stock
• Preparing workstations
• Helping colleagues during busy periods
• Preparing rooms
• Organising storage areas
• Maintaining workplace cleanliness

Employees will receive instructions from supervisors regarding their daily responsibilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Hospitality work can be busy and physically active.

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

• Standing for extended periods
• Walking around hotels or restaurants
• Cleaning
• Making beds
• Carrying suitable linen and supplies
• Washing dishes
• Preparing food
• Repetitive tasks
• Working around guests
• Working as part of a team
• Following hygiene standards
• Working to daily schedules

Hotels and restaurants may operate seven days a week.

Working days and rest days will therefore depend on the employee’s roster.

SHIFT WORK

Hospitality businesses operate outside normal office hours.

Depending on the employer and position, employees may work:

Morning Shifts

Housekeeping, breakfast operations, cleaning and food preparation.

Day Shifts

Housekeeping, hotel operations, kitchens, restaurants and general support.

Evening Shifts

Restaurants, kitchens, cleaning and guest services.

The exact working schedule will be stated in the employment arrangements.

WORKING HOURS

Full-time hospitality employment in Switzerland is generally based on an average working week of:

42 Hours Per Week

under the national hospitality collective agreement for ordinary establishments.

Different rules may apply to businesses classified under specific categories.

Employees will receive details of their:

• Working days
• Starting times
• Finishing times
• Breaks
• Rest days
• Shift arrangements

before beginning employment.

SALARY

From CHF 3,713 Gross Per Month

For 2026, the Swiss hospitality collective agreement establishes a minimum monthly salary of:

CHF 3,713 Gross Per Month

for adult employees without a completed professional apprenticeship falling within the applicable entry-level category.

Employees with recognised professional training, qualifications or further education may be entitled to higher minimum salary levels.

The exact salary will therefore depend on the employee’s position, qualifications and applicable classification.

The final gross salary will be clearly stated in the employment contract.

The amount received after social-insurance contributions, tax where applicable and other lawful deductions will depend on the employee’s circumstances.

13TH-MONTH SALARY

Hospitality employment in Switzerland may also include a 13th-month salary entitlement under the applicable collective agreement, subject to the relevant rules and employment circumstances.

The exact calculation and payment arrangements will be explained in the employment contract and payroll documentation.

OVERTIME

Hotels and restaurants may experience periods when additional working hours are required.

Where overtime is available, employees may be asked to work additional hours according to the employer’s operational requirements.

Overtime must be recorded and compensated according to the applicable Swiss hospitality employment rules.

Depending on the circumstances, overtime may be compensated through additional time off or payment.

Overtime availability is not guaranteed.

ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED

Accommodation will be arranged for successful employees under the recruitment package.

Depending on the employer and location, accommodation may include:

• Staff accommodation
• Shared apartments
• Shared houses
• Worker residences
• Hotel staff residences
• Other suitable accommodation

Employees may share bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms and other common facilities depending on the accommodation provided.

Full details will be given before the employee accepts the final employment offer.

Any applicable accommodation costs, utility charges or salary deductions will be clearly disclosed in advance.

MEALS PROVIDED

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

The exact meal arrangements will depend on the hotel or restaurant and will be explained as part of the employment package.

HEALTHCARE & SOCIAL INSURANCE

Successful workers must comply with Switzerland’s applicable health-insurance and social-security requirements.

The exact arrangements will depend on the employee’s residence, nationality, permit and employment circumstances.

Employees will receive information concerning the registrations, contributions and insurance arrangements applicable to their position.

EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Switzerland has strict rules governing employment for foreign nationals.

The requirements differ significantly depending on whether the candidate is:

• A Swiss national
• An EU/EFTA national
• Already legally resident in Switzerland with employment rights
• A national of another country requiring Swiss work authorization

Applicants requiring employer-sponsored authorization will therefore have their eligibility assessed before immigration processing begins.

EU/EFTA APPLICANTS

EU/EFTA nationals generally benefit from significantly easier access to employment in Switzerland under Switzerland’s arrangements with EU/EFTA countries.

The appropriate registration or residence procedures will depend on the duration and nature of the employment.

Candidates will receive information concerning the applicable procedure if selected.

NON-EU/EFTA APPLICANTS

Switzerland applies significantly stricter requirements to workers from countries outside the EU/EFTA.

Under the general Swiss employment immigration system, permits for third-country nationals are primarily available to highly qualified workers such as specialists, managers and other skilled professionals.

Employers may also need to demonstrate that they could not find a suitable worker in Switzerland or the EU/EFTA labour market.

As a result, entry-level hospitality employment does not automatically qualify a non-EU/EFTA applicant for a Swiss work permit.

Applicants from outside the EU/EFTA should therefore understand that submitting an application or being shortlisted does not guarantee immigration eligibility.

WORK PERMIT & VISA ASSISTANCE

Where a successful candidate is legally eligible for an appropriate Swiss employment route, assistance will be provided with the applicable work authorization and immigration process.

Depending on the candidate’s circumstances, assistance may include guidance concerning:

• Employment documentation
• Employment contracts
• Employer documentation
• Work permit applications
• Residence permit requirements
• Supporting documentation
• Visa requirements where applicable
• Application preparation
• Appointment preparation
• Pre-departure requirements

For third-country nationals requiring a Swiss work permit, the employer generally begins the work-authorization process with the appropriate Swiss authority.

Work permit, residence permit and visa assistance does not guarantee approval.

Final decisions remain with the appropriate Swiss authorities.

APPLICATION & INTERVIEW PROCESS

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

Please provide complete and accurate information.

Applications will be assessed against:

• Available hospitality positions
• Employer requirements
• Candidate suitability
• Employment eligibility
• Applicable Swiss immigration requirements

Candidates whose applications are suitable may be shortlisted and contacted regarding the next stage of recruitment.

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 candidates will receive information concerning the location, date and arrangements.

Candidates should not purchase flights, reserve accommodation or make other travel arrangements until they have received an official interview invitation and confirmed that they are legally eligible to travel to the interview destination.

EMPLOYMENT OFFER

Candidates successfully selected by an employer will receive full details of their proposed employment before proceeding with any required immigration formalities.

The employment offer will normally identify:

• Employer
• Hotel or restaurant
• Job title
• Workplace
• Location
• Gross salary
• Working hours
• Shift arrangements
• Contract duration
• Accommodation arrangements
• Meal arrangements
• Employment conditions
• Proposed starting date

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 Switzerland, complete the application form available on this website.

Make sure all information provided is complete and accurate.

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

Applications will be assessed against available vacancies and, where applicable, the candidate’s eligibility to work legally in Switzerland.

SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY

Candidates selected for the next stage will receive further instructions from the recruitment team.

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

POSITION SUMMARY

Positions: Hotel Worker / Housekeeping / Kitchen Assistant / Restaurant Assistant / Kitchen Porter / General Hospitality Worker
Country: Switzerland
Employment: Full-Time
Salary: From CHF 3,713 Gross Per Month for the Applicable Entry-Level Category
Working Hours: Generally 42 Hours Per Week
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Healthcare / Insurance: According to Applicable Swiss Requirements
Overtime: Available Where Required
Employment Authorization Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Visa / Residence Permit Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews in Asia or the United Kingdom

APPLY FOR HOSPITALITY WORK IN SWITZERLAND

If you are reliable, prepared to work in a busy hospitality environment and interested in employment in Switzerland, 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 permit, residence permit or visa approval. Eligibility to work in Switzerland depends substantially on nationality, existing residence status, qualifications, the proposed position, employer recruitment requirements and the applicable Swiss immigration rules. Entry-level applicants from outside the EU/EFTA should be aware that Swiss work permits are generally restricted to highly qualified third-country nationals. Final employment is subject to employer selection, an employment contract, applicable Swiss hospitality employment conditions and approval by the appropriate authorities where required.