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Waiter Assistant

On-site in Costa Adeje·Added yesterday (last checked 28 Oct)

RIU Hotels

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Hours: Split day (jornada partida)
Work mode: On-site, Costa Adeje

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What you'll get

🎁 What We Offer

A dynamic, multicultural, and constantly growing work environment.
Opportunities for development and continuous training.
Exclusive benefits for RIU Hotels & Resorts employees.
Participation in a team passionate about delivering excellence.

The role

🎯 Job Title
Waitstaff Assistant

📌 About the Position
We are looking to hire a waiter/waitress assistant to join our team in Tenerife Sur, Adeje (there are split shifts). This role will be key to ensuring that our quality and service standards continue to make a difference in our guests' experience. If you are a proactive person, with a customer orientation and motivated by challenges, we want to meet you.

About RIU Hotels & Resorts

🌟 About RIU Hotels & Resorts
At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we are leaders in the hotel industry, with more than 100 hotels in more than 20 countries around the world. Every day, we work to offer unforgettable experiences to our guests in some of the most impressive destinations on the planet. We are characterized by excellence in service, innovation, and a human team that makes the difference.

If you share our commitment to excellence in service and want to be part of a global company that is constantly growing, this opportunity is for you!

If you are looking to develop yourself...

If you are looking to develop in a dynamic environment, with a close and family-like treatment, and be part of a global company that values your potential, this is your opportunity. Apply now and grow with us!

About RIU Hotels

RIU Hotels & Resorts is a Spanish hotel chain founded in 1953 by the Riu family in Mallorca, Spain. The company operates over 100 hotels across Spain, the Balearic and Canary Islands, the Caribbean, Mexico, and other sun destinations, making it one of the largest hotel groups in Spain. RIU is known for its all-inclusive resort model, with a strong focus on the hospitality experience, food and beverage, and entertainment.

RIU's headquarters are in Palma de Mallorca, and the company has a significant presence across Spain, particularly in the Balearic and Canary Islands. The company is a major employer in the Spanish hospitality sector, frequently hiring for hotel operations roles such as housekeeping, food and beverage service, maintenance, and front-of-house positions. For international professionals, RIU offers the opportunity to work in a Spanish-speaking environment within a well-established, family-owned hotel group, with roles that often include accommodation, making it an attractive option for those looking to relocate to Spain's tourist destinations.

Industry: Hospitality
Founded: 1948
Employees: 10,000–30,000
Headquarters: Palma de Mallorca, Spain
In Spain: Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza, Fuerteventura and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

RIU frequently offers roles with free accommodation (alojamiento) included, which is a major advantage for international hires relocating to Spain.
The company operates in tourist-heavy destinations (Mallorca, Ibiza, Canary Islands, etc.), so many roles are seasonal and tied to the tourism cycle.
Spanish language proficiency is essential for most guest-facing and operational roles, as the work is highly customer-facing.
RIU is a family-owned, Spanish-founded company, which can offer a more stable and traditional corporate culture compared to international chains.
Many positions include food and beverage service, housekeeping, and maintenance, which are practical entry points for internationals without prior hotel experience.

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Additional information

🌍 Our Commitment
At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We believe that a diverse team enriches our culture and enhances excellence in service.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to sustainability and social responsibility. Through our Proudly Committed strategy, we place sustainability at the center of all our decisions. This program reflects our dedication to minimizing environmental impact, promoting responsible practices, and positively contributing to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will be part of a company that not only seeks excellence in service, but also a positive impact on the world.

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