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[vintagechick]

Right, so, just came back from Cyprus (short vacation), and actually now I've been thinking of going and finding a job over there (Limassol preferably)...so, anyone from Europe who's got some experience...how difficult is it get some work?...as a waitress, in Starbucks ets., what's the average wage?, how much per hour? Is the knowledge of Greek necessary? How much per month for an accomodation...? Any advice welcome!

Oh, and I'm 23, from Czech Republic = EU.

[dms007]

not to discourage you, i think you would be better off in czech.
did you read the topic about how a waitress was exploited here?

[andri_cy]

you should not generalize stuff like that. There are foreign chains like TGI and stuff like that that are pretty nice to work for. Also lot of Cypriot employers are mean to especially foreigners but not all of them. And also, people take advantage of you as much as you permit them to, so if you are a strong person and you really want to make the move, I think you should go for it.

[vintagechick]

i'm actually working in uk at the moment, but need a change, so thought cyprus would be an option.

[vintagechick]

ok, as i'm going through the forum and and keep reading and hearing stories from other people...is it really THAT BAD in cyprus, lol?? i mean 'jobs' speaking...everyone's like it's really hard work, for little money, in addition they're being rather rude to you and trying to exploit u...??? ok, anyone here has some pleasant experience to share, for a change??

[TheCabbie]

To be honest, it is "THAT BAD" your chances of finding a decent employer in the catering business are in the rocking horse shit league.

If you have any other skills you might be able to earn a living wage, or even a reasonable income but you'll probably need to live or work in Nicosia to do so.

If you're going to come here anyway I suggest to bring enough money to support yourself for 3 months while you're looking, if they think you're desperate they'll screw you (only metaphorically if you're lucky) even more.

Sorry, but you did ask.

[vintagechick]

hm, okay then...kinda sorry to hear that in fact, cuz was seriously thinking of relocating to cyprus for a while...but seems like staying in england a bit longer makes more sense = having accomodation free and being paid 5 uk pounds per hour is not too bad thinking of it now :p ...ok, thx!