Croatia's leading tourist company, Valamar, has launched an extensive recruitment process for its most ambitious project to date – Pical Resort 5* in Poreč. This monumental undertaking, valued at an estimated 200 million euros, is not only the largest single investment in Croatian tourism but also a visionary step forward that will redefine the tourist offer and the labor market in the region. Located in the very heart of beautiful Poreč, the five-star resort is designed as a destination that will be active year-round, setting new standards in sustainable development, luxury service, and integration with the local community.

Recruitment is open for a wide range of positions, from leadership and managerial roles to the key professional staff that form the core of any top-tier hospitality establishment. They are looking for receptionists, talented bartenders, creative chefs, helpful waiters, and many other worker profiles who are ready to become part of the team that will write a new chapter in Croatian tourism. This is a unique opportunity for all those who want to build a career in a dynamic and stimulating environment, working in one of the most modern resorts in the Mediterranean.

A new era of tourism and an opportunity for career development

Ines Damjanić, Vice President for Human Resources at Valamar, emphasized the transformative nature of this project. "Pical is not just a new job; Pical is a platform for shaping careers, building a professional community, and raising the quality bar in the entire tourism sector. This project will truly make a difference. Our goal is to assemble an outstanding team of individuals who are passionate about pushing boundaries and who will, with their work and dedication, actively participate in creating a new reality for Croatian tourism," stressed Damjanić. She added that a job at Pical represents much more than a step forward in a career – it is a chance for employees to become an integral part of one of the most significant tourist projects in the country's history. "At Valamar, we invest in our people with the same passion as we do in our projects. It is precisely this philosophy that is the reason why we have proudly held the title of the most desirable employer in tourism for years." Many of the future employees will also be looking for quality accommodation in Poreč to be close to their new workplace.

The Pical Resort 5* project brings a completely new dimension of tourism to the charming town of Poreč, focusing on year-round operation that benefits not only the guests but the entire local community. The investment will also develop top-quality public tourist infrastructure, including modern promenades, safe cycling paths, a landscaped beach, and an impressive indoor and outdoor pool that will be available to both tourists and all residents of Poreč. Particularly significant is the cooperation with sports clubs, to whom Valamar will allow the use of the new indoor 25-meter and outdoor 50-meter pools for training children and athletes, thereby further strengthening the city's sports infrastructure.

Attractive conditions and a comprehensive benefits package

As part of the Pical Resort, Valamar offers the possibility of year-round employment as well as seasonal work, with exceptionally competitive incomes. For professional positions such as chefs, waiters, receptionists, and bartenders, net incomes will range from 1,200 to 2,100 euros. At the peak of the season, these incomes will rise to an impressive 1,800 to 2,700 euros. For other important jobs, such as maids, assistant chefs, assistant waiters, and servers, incomes are guaranteed from 1,100 to 1,300 euros, which will reach 1,400 to 1,700 euros during the peak season.

The benefits package for Pical employees goes far beyond just the financial component. All workers who need it will be provided with quality accommodation in Valamar House, a modern accommodation facility for employees, along with hot meals. The company is aware of the challenges of finding accommodation, so it also offers the "Roof Over Your Head" program, through which it co-finances apartment rentals with up to 500 euros per month, which is significant support for those who decide to live in Poreč and its surroundings. Additional financial rewards will be given throughout the year, including a 13th salary and a Christmas bonus. Employees who already live in the destination will receive a grant of 400 euros, and there is also a gift for a child, holiday bonus, and a Valfresco gift voucher for shopping.

Development, education, and discounts

Working at Pical Resort opens the door to continuous personal and professional development within the Valamar Group, which is considered a leader in staff education. Employees will have access to top-notch education and training designed to achieve the highest standard of luxury service. In addition, employees and their families will be able to enjoy a range of benefits. Family & Friends discounts allow for more affordable accommodation in Valamar's hotels and campsites along the coast, from Istria to Dubrovnik, as well as for skiing in Obertauern, Austria. All employees will be entitled to a 30% discount on food and drinks in all Valamar restaurants and bars, a discount for grocery shopping in the Valfresco webshop, and access to a network of over 300 partners where they can get significant discounts on sports activities, excursions, wellness services, online shopping, plane tickets, transportation, and banking services.

At the peak of the upcoming season, Valamar will employ more than 8,500 people in its destinations, which include Poreč, Rab, Krk, Hvar, Makarska, Rabac, Dubrovnik, and Obertauern in Austria. The opening of Pical Resort, planned for the beginning of 2026, will further strengthen the company's position as a generator of economic development and employment. Interested candidates can find and apply for all open positions through the website A Good Job at Valamar. This is an opportunity to join a team that not only follows but also sets trends in the world of modern hotel and hospitality industry, in one of the most beautiful Istrian towns. The possibility of finding private accommodation in Poreč further facilitates the decision to move and start a new career.