The best cities in Flanders to work flexibly in 2025

02/06/2025

Are you looking for a student job or a flexi-job, but you're not sure where you'll find the most opportunities?
Flanders has plenty of cities with a wide range of flexible work. Whether you want to earn extra in hospitality, retail, logistics or the tourism sector, there is always a city that fits your profile.

Through AnyShift.be you easily find work in your own region. Below we go over the most popular cities and give you an immediate idea of the jobs most often offered there.

Ghent - the student city par excellence

Ghent is one of the busiest cities for student work. Thanks to the strong presence of colleges and universities, there is high demand for students in hospitality, retail and cleaning almost all year round. You will also often find jobs at festivals, events and in logistics.

Working in Ghent

Antwerp - retail, logistics and hospitality in one city

Antwerp is Flanders' largest city in terms of employment in retail and logistics. Think of major retail chains on the Meir, warehouses in the port and hospitality venues around the centre. Flexi-jobs are popular here, especially during weekends and sales periods.

Working in Antwerp

Bruges - tourism and seasonal work

In Bruges, jobs in tourism and hospitality are especially in demand. During spring and summer the offer grows considerably: hotels, cafes, boutiques and tourist attractions look for temporary staff. Perfect for those who like working with people in a beautiful setting.

Working in Bruges

Leuven - jobs tailored to students

Leuven is a compact student city where many local hospitality venues and shops work with flexible hours. During the academic year there is constant demand for student workers for short shifts, especially in the city centre.

Working in Leuven

Brussels - international and versatile

In Brussels the offer is broader and more varied than in other cities. From retail in large shopping centres to hospitality in the European districts, and from events to support in multilingual customer service. Brussels is ideal for flexible workers with a feel for languages and service.

Working in Brussels

Hasselt - easily accessible and customer-focused work

Hasselt is well laid out and easy to reach, which makes it attractive for students and flexi-jobbers. There are many jobs in shops, supermarkets and local hospitality. Cleaning assignments and administrative support are also regularly available here.

Working in Hasselt

Kortrijk - logistics, retail and weekend work

In Kortrijk you mainly find jobs in logistics and in shops. Many companies in and around the city call on students or flexi-jobbers during weekends, evening shifts or busy moments of the year. Cleaning and event work also occur frequently.

Working in Kortrijk