Summer is in full swing: beaches are filling up, festivals are kicking off, and terraces are packed. But who makes sure everything keeps running smoothly behind the scenes? In sectors such as hospitality, logistics, supermarkets and cleaning, summer is not a time of relaxation, but of peak activity. And that calls for extra people. International employees make the difference for many companies during the summer. Without extra hands, no ice creams, full shelves or beer on the patio....
Every year the same problem: where do you get the people?
Do you recognize this? Especially when it gets busier, you are short of staff. Students are on vacation themselves, regulars want time off, and the local pond of job seekers is quickly emptied.
Did you know that...
...the demand for temporary staff increases significantly during the summer months compared to the rest of the year?
To fill this gap, more and more organizations are bringing in international workers. Through partners such as Meta Carrière, they can quickly and efficiently find temporary employees that fit the industry and the season.
Who are these international workers?
International workers are people who come to work temporarily from abroad, often from countries such as Spain, Poland or Romania. They are used to seasonal work, pick up new tasks quickly and are often highly motivated to get to work.
Many international workers already have experience with seasonal work in the Netherlands. They are used to the pace, know what is expected of them and are often highly motivated. For employers, these employees are of great value: committed, available and flexible during busy periods.
Meta Carrière helps companies find exactly this type of employees, by actively recruiting within their European network of experienced seasonal workers.
Why are these extra workers so important?
In summer, every working day counts double. It's busy, you need people fast and you want flexibility. International workers provide exactly that support when it counts.
1. Flexible at peak times
International workers are used to working when they are really needed: evenings, weekends, holidays. In hospitality and logistics, that availability is worth its weight in gold.
2. Quick to deploy
Many of them have experience with similar work and can often work independently after a short instruction.
3. Temporary but valuable
For seasonal jobs, it's nice that you can scale up without immediately taking on long-term commitments. It helps if you partner with a party that understands where your needs lie and who fits them. Meta Careers pairs companies with the right people at the right time.
And the challenges?
Of course there are concerns. Think of language differences, housing and guidance on the shop floor. But with good preparation, these are easy to overcome.
It all starts with clear communication, good onboarding and a warm welcome. By investing in this, with support from an experienced partner such as Meta Career, international employees feel at home faster and are more motivated.
How to find the right people?
Looking for suitable temporary workers yourself is time-consuming and does not always deliver the desired results. That is why many companies choose to work with a specialist in international recruitment.
An organization like Meta Carrière knows the European labor market well, understands the regulations and helps you recruit temporary workers quickly and responsibly.
Without them, it gets stuck
Imagine the summer without international workers:
- ● Who fills the shelves in the supermarket?
- ● Who serves your drink on the terrace?
- ● Who prepares the cottage before the next guests arrive?
Many daily operations rely on international colleagues. Thanks to their efforts, the summer runs smoothly. Without them, companies would quickly get bogged down. That's why smart employers make sure they are ready on time, with enough people in the right places.
The future: structural part of your personnel strategy
Personnel shortages don't just disappear. On the contrary: the labor market will remain tight, and the demand for flexible deployment during peak periods will only increase. International labor is therefore no longer a temporary solution, but a structural part of a modern personnel strategy.
By investing now in sustainable partnerships, for example through Meta Career, you are building a flexible and future-proof team that you can redeploy every season.
Ready for the summer peak?
Do you want to get through this summer well? Then start now.
✔️ Map out where you need extra people.
✔️ Look ahead and avoid last-minute stress.
✔️ Schedule a no-obligation consultation with Meta Careers to explore options.
Together, you'll ensure a strong team, ready for the busiest months of the year.
Don't wait until it's too late, find out today how your organization can be ready for the summer rush.
