Working conditions in the hospitality industry are a constant topic of debate. The available vacancies are for long and endless hours with very low salaries. The Soy Camarero account, a space where Jesús Soriano disseminates the unworthy situations of colleagues in the hospitality sector. In this case he published the case through his TikTok profile.
The controversial offer in question was for a vacancy in La Latina, Madrid, and indicated that the remuneration was 5 euros per hour. "The first hour is an induction (it is not paid) and from the second onwards, yes," highlighted the advertiser.
"Keep in mind that this is not a permanent job, but rather they are extras that are requested weekly depending on demand and performance. If you are interested, confirm me and we will arrange a video call"
The person applying for the job asked if it was a joke and called the advertiser a "scamster." "I'm going to report this. Shame on you," she said.
Soriano, who commented on the events in the video, highlighted that indeed, "we should all report these situations." "This is an abuse," he said. "Since when are there induction hours? Every day they invent something different to save money," he concluded.
The video generated multiple reactions among Internet users, supporting the person who reported the facts and attacking the advertiser. "Induction time? We are not ceramic hobs, we are people!" highlighted one user. "Well, nothing, the first hour I sit watching TikTok because I'm turning on like the vitro," added another Internet user.
