What seasonal jobs are available in Portugal this Summer?

What seasonal jobs are available in Portugal this Summer? - Portugal Business News

News Jobs Europe - What seasonal jobs are available in Portugal this Summer and what is the minimum salary? Here is the list of the Top 10 summer jobs available in Portugal:

1 - Are there job vacancies for seasonal work in Portugal this Summer?

There are more than a thousand job vacancies for seasonal work in Portugal in 2025 compared to 2024. The regions in Portugal where there is the highest demand for seasonal work are the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto.

The increase in vacancies for seasonal work in Portugal is driven by growing tourist demand and by the holding of major events and festivals in several regions of the country. There are therefore seasonal jobs available in Portugal not only in hotels and restaurants, but also in areas such as logistics, transport and security.

2 - Here is the list of the Top 10 summer jobs available in Portugal:

1 - Table and bar waiters

2 - Kitchen assistants

3 - Hotel receptionists

4 – Valets

5 – Lifeguards

6 - Tour operators

7 - Airport support workers

8 - Fruit pickers

9 - Sales promoters  

10 - Store operators in tourist areas.

3 - What is the minimum salary for seasonal jobs in Portugal?

Summer represents a peak in demand for seasonal workers and therefore higher wages. Although the minimum salary for many of the summer jobs in Portugal start from the national minimum wage, that is 870 euros in 2025, there is a clear salary raise for professionals with more experience or for specialized functions, such as chefs, according to data analyzed by Randstad.