Tips for Sylt employees
Are you new to the island or already working here? We have helpful information for your job, continuing education, and leisure time on Sylt. Use our tips to make your everyday work life on the island even better!
For employees
kununu
What advantages does kununu have for you as an employee?
Kununu helps you avoid buying a pig in a poke. You get insights into the working conditions before you start your new job and avoid any unpleasant surprises.
Whether you're looking for a new job, considering a change, or want to compare your employer with others, kununu provides you with insider information and supports you in your decision.
Fair Job Hotels
Fair Job Hotels is committed to improving the hotel industry as an employer. Its mission: appreciation and respectful collaboration for long-term employee satisfaction. Together with partner companies, Fair Job Hotels creates binding values and standards to transform the industry from within.
These Sylt hotels are part of
Fair Job Hotels:
flexible training approach
Educational leave or coaching
Sylt offers you a variety of individual opportunities for further development, be it privately or in business.
What is educational leave?
Your legal right to 5 days a year
Educational leave is your legal right to paid special leave – between 5 and 10 days per year, depending on your federal state. Your employer continues to pay your salary during this time, and the days do not count as vacation time. Educational leave can be used for many purposes, such as yoga classes in the countryside, language courses on the beach, or creative workshops in the city.
A direct connection to your job is not necessarily necessary – take the opportunity to develop yourself personally!
Since August 2021, Schleswig-Holstein has also allowed purely online seminars and hybrid formats.
Apply for educational leave
You can plan your educational leave in just four steps:
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Do that Educational leave check
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Find the right course for you on
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Apply for educational leave
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Pay for the course and go on educational leave
What is coaching?
Find clarity & balance
Coaching on Sylt offers you the opportunity to gain new perspectives in a unique setting. The island combines expansive space, nature, and tranquility – perfect conditions for personal and professional development. Whether business or personal coaching, here you'll find clarity, set new goals, and gain fresh energy for your path.
Coaching on Sylt is ideal for combining relaxation and mindfulness. Enjoy the inspiring atmosphere of the North Sea and experience lasting change in a unique environment!
Westerland Employment Agency
You are not alone in your search for a new job: The Westerland Employment Agency will be happy to advise you via video consultation and in person on site.
Appointments can here You can arrange many of your concerns online at any time from the comfort of your own home using our eServices take care of.
You can reach us via the toll-free hotline: 0800 4 5555 00
Mini job headquarters
Whether in a business or in a private household, as a mini-jobber you have the same rights as other employees. You are entitled to a written employment agreement, paid vacation days, and are covered in the event of illness or accident.
Important: Your mini-job must be registered with the Mini-Job Center.
Equal Opportunities Officer on Sylt
Your contact person for equal opportunities on the island
Ms. Dunker supports you in topics such as career advancement, continuing education, childcare, and family support. She also advocates for the interests of girls in school, training, and youth work.
Whether it is about social law issues or social security – especially for single parents, welfare recipients or migrants.
Are you affected by domestic violence? Then contact Ms. Dunker. As the Equal Opportunities Officer for the Sylt Island Administration, she is committed to protecting your rights.
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Andrea Dunker
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Maybachstrasse 2
25980 Westerland
For single parents on Sylt:
Exchange and support in the network
The "Self-Confident – Alone with Child or Children" network offers you, as a single mother or father on Sylt, the opportunity to network and exchange ideas. Here, you'll experience that while you're solely responsible, together you can be strong.
Joint activities, excursions, training courses and sports activities offer you the chance to make new contacts and find support – for you and your children.
Your employee rights
In Germany, you as an employee are well protected by numerous regulations, such as employee participation and protection against dismissal. If you have any questions or need support, the Citizens' Hotline of the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (BMAS) is available to help.
From Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m., you can reach special extensions for various topics here:
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Interest: 030 221 911 001
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Accident insurance for volunteers: 030 221 911 002
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Labor market policy and support: 030 221 911 003
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Labor law: 030 221 911 004
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Minimum wage: +030 60 28 00 28
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Part-time and mini-jobs: 030 221 911 005
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Disability: 030 221 911 006
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European Social Fund: 030 221 911 007
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Employee share ownership: 030 221 911 008
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Education package: 030 221 911 009
DEHOGA – Your benefits as an employee in member companies
Working at a DEHOGA member company offers many benefits. Here you can learn how you can benefit from better conditions and career opportunities.
Better working conditions
You benefit from regulated and fair working conditions, secured by collective agreements. The new collective agreement in Schleswig-Holstein is valid from June 01.06.2024, 30.06.2026, to June XNUMX, XNUMX.
Legal certainty
Member companies are supported in complying with labor law requirements, which offers you legal security as an employee.
Professional development
DEHOGA member companies give you access to training and continuing education programs that enhance your professional development and career opportunities.
How do I find out if my business is a DEHOGA member?
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Ask your employer: Ask your supervisor or the human resources department directly.
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Check the website: Some companies list their membership in the “About Us” or “Partners” section.
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Contact the DEHOGA regional association: The regional association has a list of member establishments.
Website: www.dehoga-sh.de
Phone: + 49 431 663 70-0
Email: info@dehoga-sh.de
Website: www.dehoga-sylt.de
Email: kontakt@dehoga-sylt.de
Food, Pleasure and Restaurants Union (NGG)
Your union for everything related to food and drink
The NGG brings together almost 200.000 people who work in the food, catering, and luxury goods sectors. If you work in the catering industry, the NGG many advantages.
Benefits for members
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Advice and support on employment law issues, such as tips, vacation or overtime in restaurants, hotels and bars
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Access to collective agreements that protect your working conditions and wages
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Legal protection in the event of workplace conflicts
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Co-determination in labor and collective bargaining negotiations
Gastro hotline
The NGG has set up a free restaurant hotline for all questions about your work in the hospitality industry. Here you can get support on topics such as working hours, vacation entitlement, and tips.
Background of the bathing regulations for employees
On the island of Sylt, the bathing regulations apply from March 2024 to October 19, 31. During this period, certain shops are permitted to open on Sundays and public holidays from 11:00 a.m. to 17:00 p.m.
The spa regulation offers employees in retail stores in spa and recreation resorts the opportunity to work outside of regular opening hours at certain times of the year.
This regulation brings with it both opportunities and challenges.
On the one hand, employees can benefit from additional working hours and thus higher incomes. On the other hand, irregular working hours can be stressful, especially when they conflict with family or personal obligations.
Despite these challenges, the spa regulation offers many workers in tourist-oriented places such as Sylt an important source of income through additional employment opportunities.
Business owners are not obliged to open – each business can decide individually whether to make use of the regulation.