Finding work in Reus
The Town Hall in Reus can help you find a job if you can speak Spanish. They will look for translation work for you if you contact them 2 or 3 months before you arrive. Ensure to tell them both your arrival date and that you would be available to work as a translator. There are frequent vaccancies for translation work from Spanish into other languages.
Adjunatament de Reus (Reus Town Hall)
Placa del Mercadal, 1
Reus, Espana
Tel: +34 97 701 0010
You will find jobs advertised in local free magazines available at the tourist information office.
Tourist Information Office
Carrer de Sant Joan, 34
43201 Reus
Tel: +34 97 701 0670
Types of work typically available in Reus
There are a few bars and restaurants in Reus that offer work however you will need to speak Spanish. If you are looking for seasonal work and you don't speak Spanish you should head for the coast - to resorts like Salou. There is a large tourist population there throughout the summer, and the hotels, bars and restaurants all need workers who can communicate with the tourists in their own language.
You can also search the official employment office webpage 'work in Spain'. You need to be able to speak Spanish, but it has jobs available all over Spain in many types of industry. 'work in Spain' website
Average Wages
The wages in Spain are generally lower than in the UK. If you are working in a restaurant or bar then be prepared to earn between €800.00 - €1,100 per month plus your tips. It pays to be nice to your customers because the tips can make up a significant proportion of your wages.
Some bars and restaurants may not be willing to give you a contract if you are only working for a few months in the summer. Legally they should give you one, or you should register yourself as self-employed with the tax office and social security office. Many people do work the summer without a contract, but it's not officially correct, so be aware of your rights.
For office work in Reus town centre expect to earn up to €1,300 per month.
