Top sectors where flexi-jobbers are most in demand
In Belgium, around 125,000 people are currently active as flexi-jobbers, with well over half of them working in hospitality. A flexi-job is a tax-friendly way to earn extra income for those who already have a permanent job or a pension. This status was introduced in 2015, originally for the hospitality sector, but has since been extended to many other sectors.
Flexi-jobbers are ideal for handling temporary peaks without long-term contracts. Think of busy weekends, holiday periods or sudden staff shortages. Employers in sectors such as hospitality, retail, logistics and care are therefore happy to use them. Tools like AnyShift make it extra easy today to quickly find reliable temporary staff.
Hospitality (hotels, restaurants, cafes)
Hospitality is and remains the sector where flexi-jobbers are deployed most often. Think of restaurants, cafes and hotels that need extra staff during busy holiday periods, events or at the weekend. Many businesses struggle to find full-time staff for evening and weekend shifts, and flexi-jobbers are then the perfect solution. They step in flexibly in the dining area, the kitchen or as extra help.
Example: During the football season or the summer holidays, demand for extra staff rises enormously. Flexi-jobbers make sure everything keeps running smoothly all the same.
Tip: In hospitality, a fixed minimum wage applies for flexi-jobbers, which makes it attractive for both employer and employee.
Retail (shops, supermarkets)
In the retail sector too, from local shops to large supermarkets, demand for flexi-jobbers is high. Shops are especially busy during weekends, public holidays, sales or promotions. Smaller businesses in particular often face staff shortages then. Flexi-jobbers are an ideal solution to quickly bring in extra help at the checkout or on the shop floor.
Why flexi-jobbers are useful in retail:
- Extra hands during public holidays and the end of the year
- Weekend help in shopping centres or speciality shops
- Smooth support at the checkout or when restocking shelves
Example: A baker or butcher can quickly deploy a flexi-jobber during the Saturday rush to shorten the queues.
Logistics and transport
In logistics, everything revolves around speed and flexibility. Distribution centres and warehouses face peaks around major ordering moments, such as the end of the year, Black Friday or the sales. Then suddenly extra staff are needed to process parcels, pick orders or load lorries. At the same time there is a pressing shortage of logistics workers, especially warehouse staff and drivers.
Why flexi-jobbers are indispensable in this sector:
- Quickly deployable during busy periods
- Help with packing, sorting and shipping
- Ideal for temporary shortages
Example: Short of warehouse staff during the holidays? With flexi-jobbers you can scale up quickly.
Care and welfare
Although flexi-jobs are less common in the care sector, they can certainly be useful for supporting roles. Think of cleaning, kitchen help, administration or logistics tasks in residential care centres or hospitals. Especially during holiday periods or for sick-leave cover, flexi-jobbers are a valuable addition to the care team.
Important points of attention:
- Flexi-jobbers may not perform medical or nursing tasks
- Only for supporting roles such as cleaning, cooking or reception
- They keep the team calm during busy moments
Example: During the Christmas holidays a flexi-jobber steps in for kitchen help, so the permanent staff can focus on the residents.
Other sectors where flexi-jobbers make a difference
Flexi-jobs are also popular in other sectors where flexibility is important:
- Events and sport: festivals, trade fairs and sports matches often need temporary extra help for set-up, ticket control, catering and guidance.
- Education and childcare: during busy moments or school activities, flexi-jobbers can provide administrative or logistical support.
- Cleaning: offices and schools often look for extra cleaning staff in the evening or during holiday periods.
- Agriculture and horticulture: during harvest periods, flexi-jobbers can be deployed for temporary help in the field or in greenhouses.
Switch smartly and quickly with AnyShift
Employers looking for flexi-jobbers want above all speed, simplicity and reliability. With AnyShift you arrange all of that in just a few clicks. AnyShift is a smart app that lets you quickly get in touch with flexi-jobbers and students looking for temporary assignments.
As an employer you simply enter your shift: what you need, when and what wage. Before you know it, you receive responses from available shifters with clear profiles and reviews. That way you choose yourself who fits your team best.
What makes AnyShift handy for employers?
- You see suitable candidates straight away
- Payment and administration are handled automatically
- Everything runs smoothly and clearly via the app
Example: Need last-minute extra help in your shop for Saturday? Post the shift on AnyShift today and you will have suitable candidates within a few hours.
Conclusion
Whether you are active in hospitality, retail, logistics, care or events, flexi-jobbers make the difference when you need extra staff quickly and temporarily. Thanks to tools such as AnyShift, that process runs even more smoothly. Less administration, more control and the right people on the floor faster.
