Jobs in Marbella

Everything you need to know about working in Marbella summer 2025.

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What to expect in marbella

Year after year, Marbella draws millionaires, celebrities and beautiful people to its sandy beaches and exclusive clubs. Everything glitters with a VIP edge - working in Marbella is pretty much the gold standard of working abroad.

Puerto Banus enchants, serving as the perfect background to harbour millions of pounds of luxury yachts while their occupants stroll along the waterfront. Stop in for a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, or party into the early hours of the morning. Expect some generous tips from the affluent customers...

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Marbella Jobs Available

Holiday Reps

Holiday Reps

What does Holiday Repping involve?

Holiday repping is all about giving customers the best possible experience while they’re on vacation. As a holiday rep, you’ll be based in a popular tourist destination and responsible for representing your company and its products or services.

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DJS

DJS

What does being a DJ involve?

Being a DJ in Marbella involves more than just playing music. It's about creating an experience that people will remember. When you're behind the decks, you're responsible for keeping the party going. That means knowing how to read a crowd and pick the right songs to keep them dancing.

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Bar Work

Bar Work

What does bar work involve?

Bar work generally involves serving drinks to customers and keeping the bar area clean. In some cases, bar staff may also be responsible for preparing food. To be a successful bartender, it is important to have good customer service skills and be able to think on your feet.

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Club/PR Work

Club/PR Work

What does Club/PR work involve?

The job of a PR in Marbella is to approach tourists and entice them into visiting one or more venues - from bars, restaurants & larger clubs. You could be persuasive with your words but it all depends on how good you are at stopping people when walking by!

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Ticket Selling

Ticket Selling

What does Ticket Selling involve?

Working as a ticket seller in Marbella involves a lot of interaction with customers. You need to be able to provide information about the events and attractions in the area, as well as make a sales pitch for boat trips, club nights and other activities.

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Shot Selling

Shot Selling

What does Shot Selling work involve?

If you're looking for a job that's equal parts fun and challenging, then working as a shot seller in Marbella is definitely for you! As a shot seller, you'll be responsible for preparing and selling jelly shots in bars and clubs across the city.

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Restaurant Work

Restaurant Work

What does Restaurant Work involve?

Working in a restaurant can be a fun and exciting experience. Whether you're a chef, waitress, or front of house staff member, there's always something new to learn and new people to meet.

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Glass Collecting

Glass Collecting

What does Glass Collecting involve?

Working as a glass collector in Marbella is a great way to get to know the nightlife scene while also keeping the bars and clubs clean and tidy. Collecting glasses can be a bit of a workout, but it's all part of the fun.

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Dancers

Dancers

What does being a dancer involve?

Working as a dancer in bars and clubs in Marbella generally involves dancing on a stage or in a designated dance area. Some bars and clubs will have specific themes or concepts, and dancers may be expected to wear costumes or perform choreographed routines that fit with the overall theme.

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VIP Host

VIP Host

What does being a VIP host involve?

Being a vip host marbella can be a really fun and exciting job! You get to work at some of the best bars and clubs in town, serve champagne to vip guests, and sometimes even rub shoulders with celebrities.

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What type of people get jobs in marbella?

If you have a taste for the finer things in life and want to make the most of the privileges that come alongside working for an elite club or bar, then jobs in Marbella are for you. Unashamedly glamorous, appearance is everything. If you can preen yourself for work even with the worst hangover, you’ll do just fine.

The majority of Summer Takeover guests travel solo, so if you’re nervous about heading out on your own don’t panic! Once you’ve secured your place you’ll be added into a private Facebook group, and given login details for our very own workers social network, SummerSphere, so you can get chatting to all the other guests before you go.

What type of jobs are available in marbella?

The usual suspects include bar work, restaurant work, PR-ing and ticket selling. Dancers are in high demand, as well as VIP hosts and hostesses. Check out our jobs tab for the full range of jobs available in Marbella and further information!


When is the best time to go to marbella?

You can work until your heart’s content from May - September. Our packages suit all arrival dates, so it all depends on when you want to go.

For the die-hards that want to maximise their summer and do a full season, get yourself out there as early as possible. Marbella will always be busy, so don’t worry if you can’t go out until later on. July/August is peak season with sky high temperatures, if you want to stay on after this our talented reps will be able to scout out further accommodation for you, so you can see in the closing parties in style!


What are the wages like in marbella?

With many roles being commissioned based, the earning potential for wages in Marbella is massive. Granted, you’ll probably need this, as the cost of living is comparatively higher than our other resorts, but tips are extremely generous so don’t be surprised when you’re being handed multiple notes as a thank you for your hard work.


How many hours a day will I be working in marbella?

Hours and shifts will vary depending on your job of choice for working in Marbella. Ticket sellers can expect to be out enhancing their tan on the job, whilst bar workers will obviously start later. The average shift is between 4-6 hours, leaving you with plenty of time post shift to party in the infamous nightclubs like Olivia Valère, Tibu and Funky Buddha.

As the pay is so good and the shifts are so short, most of our Summer Takeover crew work every day to maximise their earnings. See our jobs tab for more information. Work hard, play harder...

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How do I find jobs in marbella?

Don’t worry, you won’t have to trawl the strip with a batch of CVs to work in Marbella. The beauty of going abroad with Summer Takeover is we do all the legwork, our dedicated team of reps will help you find a job just like they have done with the 1000s of workers in previous years.

Not only can they provide detailed information about all the bars, clubs, restaurants and events that are recruiting staff, they’ll make sure you know when recruitment days are on and will get trial shifts setup on your behalf. All you have to do is show up, and put in a good shift!

We’ve been building relationships with employers in Marbella for years now, we know what sort of people they like to work with and what a potential employee can expect from them in return. Your dream job is waiting...


What happens when I arrive in marbella?

Our reps will meet you at the hotel to get you all settled in to work in Marbella. This is when the party begins - treat this first week as the holiday part of your working abroad experience.

Between welcome meetings, Summer Takeover bar crawls, epic parties and sightseeing you won’t have a spare moment!

Keeping it classy, we’ll show you around everywhere there is to see so you can scope out your favourite spots. From the champagne sprays of Ocean Club to the bright lights of Linekars, then enjoy the warm evening air of Pangea before heading off to News Cafe. It won’t be long before you’re calling the place home!

By day six you’ll be starting into your job trials, whether it’s bar work or shot selling, it won’t take long to find a position. Congratulations, you’ve officially been initiated into worker life; time to make the most of your summer in Marbella and live the dream


What happens after my first month with Summer Takeover?

After the initial 28 days you’ll have the option to extend your stay in our accommodation at a discounted rate, or our devoted reps can assist in finding alternative accommodation if you’d prefer.

Visas & Work Permits

If you are an EU national and/or hold a passport issued in an EU country you will likely not need to concern yourself with a work permit/visa however we would always advise you to check this prior to travel. If you are unsure of your right to work or have any questions about the process, please reach out to us.

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