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Waitress/Waiter

On-site in Zaragoza·Part-time·Added today (last checked 23 Oct)

Ballesol

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Work mode: On-site, Zaragoza
Contract: Fixed-term contract, part-time hours
Hours: Fixed shift · Includes weekends

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Skills

Catering

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Experience of between 6 months and 1 year in a similar position

Nice to have

Previous experience in the socio-sanitary sector or in elderly care is valued, as well as training in food handling and food safety.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Fixed-term contract (3 months) with the possibility of extension.
Part-time employment in a fixed afternoon shift (18:00-22:00 h) from Monday to Sunday with rotating days off.
Salary according to collective agreement.
Start date November 9th.
A purposeful work environment where your work has a direct impact on people's quality of life.
Ongoing training and professional development, as well as other advantages and benefits of belonging to Grupo Santalucía.
Collaboration with committed and approachable multidisciplinary teams.

The role

At Ballesol, with more than 40 years of experience and more than 55 centers throughout Spain, we work every day to offer older people a safe, comfortable environment and care in every detail. Our team, made up of more than 4,500 professionals, shares the commitment to guarantee spaces that convey well-being and quality of life.

Therefore, we are looking to hire a Waiter/Waitress at our Ballesol Puerta del Carmen center who contributes to offering a close, friendly, and high-quality dining service, taking care of every detail so that our residents enjoy a pleasant experience at every meal.

What you'll do

Guarantee excellent attention during the dining service, offering cordial, respectful, and personalized treatment to each resident. Their role is to contribute to creating a welcoming and family-like atmosphere, in which elderly people feel attended to, valued, and enjoy their meals in a cared-for and pleasant environment.

Prepare and set up the dining room for the different meal shifts.
Organize and coordinate the serving of dishes, ensuring agile, careful service that respects each person's dietary guidelines.
Collaboration in the service of lunches and dinners
Attend to the bar service with kindness and professionalism
Provide support to the kitchen team in the tasks necessary for the correct development of the daily service
Coordination of the catering service in case of special events at the residence

About Ballesol

Ballesol is a Spanish company specializing in elderly care, operating a network of residential care homes (residencias de mayores) across Spain. With over 50 centers nationwide, it provides comprehensive care services including nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and socio-cultural activities for the elderly. The company is one of the leading private operators in Spain's senior care sector, serving thousands of residents with a focus on personalized, quality care.

Ballesol has a strong presence throughout Spain, with residential centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza, Valladolid, Vigo, and Tenerife, among others. The company's work culture emphasizes compassionate care and professional development for its staff, including nurses, geriatric assistants, therapists, and maintenance personnel. For international professionals, Ballesol offers opportunities in the growing healthcare and elderly care sector in Spain, with roles that require Spanish language proficiency and often relevant healthcare qualifications, making it a relevant employer for those seeking to relocate and work in the Spanish care industry.

Industry: Elderly Care
Founded: 1987
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona and 13 more
Website: ballesol.es

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Ballesol operates over 50 residential care centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job opportunities in various cities.
The company primarily hires healthcare professionals such as nurses (DUE), geriatric assistants, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, requiring Spanish language skills and relevant qualifications.
Ballesol offers roles in both urban and coastal locations, including Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, and Tenerife, allowing for diverse living environments.
As a leading Spanish elderly care provider, Ballesol provides stable employment in a growing sector, with opportunities for career development in healthcare.
International professionals must have their nursing or healthcare qualifications recognized in Spain (homologación) to work in clinical roles.

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Additional information

At Ballesol, we promote an inclusive, respectful work environment free from any type of discrimination. We value diversity in all its forms and guarantee equal opportunities in our selection processes, without distinction of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that a diverse and committed team is key to providing quality, humane care to our residents.

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