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Leuven is buzzing, and its job market is no exception. If you're looking for a flexijob here, you're in luck: the combination of a large student population, a lively hospitality scene and plenty of businesses on the outskirts means there's a wide range of opportunities. But how do you find the job that suits you without scrolling for hours? In this guide, we'll tell you exactly where to look, how to stand out and which sectors in Leuven are the most interesting for flexijobs.
Leuven is more than a student city. Hospitality is obviously a major employer, but logistics, healthcare and retail are also strongly represented. Think about earning extra money in a café on the Oude Markt, but equally about a warehouse job in Haasrode or a flexijob in a shop on the Bondgenotenlaan.
If you like physical work, there are often flexijobs in industry. These jobs sometimes require little experience and offer a varied range of tasks. The healthcare sector also regularly looks for flexible workers, for example for support roles in residential care centres. And don't forget the events sector: Leuven organises festivals, conferences and sports events all year round where extra hands are welcome.
Start with your own network. Many Leuven employers recruit flexijobbers through word of mouth, especially in hospitality and retail. Ask around among friends, family or former colleagues. An informal chat with a business owner can lead to a job faster than an anonymous online application.
It's also worth searching specifically on job sites that group flexijobs by municipality. That way you avoid endlessly scrolling through vacancies that aren't in your area. When reading a vacancy, pay attention to the flexibility: does it involve fixed shifts, weekend work or last-minute call-outs? Choose what's feasible alongside your main job or your pension.
Not sure where to start? A flexijob without experience is certainly possible in Leuven. Many employers train you internally and mainly look at your motivation and availability. Be honest about your hours and expectations, and you'll rarely be caught off guard.
A good application for a flexijob is short and concrete. Clearly state when you're available, what experience you have and why you're choosing that particular employer. In Leuven, employers appreciate a personal approach: drop by during quiet hours or send a targeted email instead of a standard message.
Also be realistic about your availability. A flexijob is combined with a main job or your pension, so your schedule isn't infinitely flexible. Agree in advance how many hours you want to work per week or per month and which days are ideal for you. This prevents misunderstandings and helps you build a reliable reputation.
Finally: always check the current conditions for flexijobs. The rules can change, so check the latest status with the official authorities or ask Experza. That way you can be sure you're starting correctly.
A flexijob is designed to be combined, but that requires some planning. Look at your energy levels and your family situation. If you work full-time, a flexijob of a few evenings or a Saturday morning is often more feasible than a whole day at the weekend.
For those who are retired, a flexijob offers a nice supplement without having to go back to full-time work immediately. In Leuven, there are plenty of employers who appreciate that life experience and calm, for example at the reception of a museum or as support in a shop.
Watch your rest. A flexijob shouldn't cause extra stress. Choose a job you enjoy and that's close by, then you'll stick with it longer. And don't forget: flexijobs also have rules around working hours and rest periods. Inform yourself well before you start.
Below we answer some questions we often hear from flexijobbers in Leuven. Is your question not listed? Feel free to contact Experza, we're happy to help.
UZ Leuven is the largest employer in the area and regularly uses flexi workers for support roles. Think logistics assistant, cleaner, kitchen help or administrative support on the Gasthuisberg campus. For most of these jobs you don't need a medical background.
The hospital often works with temp agencies for flexi workers, but you can also check the UZ Leuven job site directly. Shifts are usually during the day, but evening and weekend work also occurs, for example in the emergency department or at reception.
Working in a hospital gives you a predictable schedule and the same flexi pay as elsewhere. The campus is easily accessible by bike or bus from Leuven station. Parking by car is more expensive, so combine it with cycling or public transport.
Most flexi jobs in Leuven take place in the evening or on weekends, simply because hospitality and events peak then. Around the Oude Markt, Muntstraat and Martelarenplein, cafes and restaurants are constantly looking for flexible workers for the evening shift, especially from Thursday to Sunday.
Event venues such as Het Depot and Brabanthal also use flexi workers for concerts, trade fairs and parties. Tasks include ticket control, cloakroom, bar work and set-up. Shifts often last 4 to 6 hours and start around 5 or 6 pm.
Supermarkets and bakeries, on the other hand, need flexi workers for early mornings or late evenings. When applying, clearly state which evenings or weekend days you are available. This way you get a match faster and avoid last-minute cancellations.
Cleaning flexi jobs are plentiful in Leuven, from domestic cleaning for private individuals to office cleaning for companies in the station area or at the research park in Haasrode. The work is often done in the evening or early morning, ideal for those who have another job during the day.
Specialised cleaning companies regularly look for flexi workers for fixed routes in office buildings, schools or residential care centres. Your tasks usually consist of vacuuming, mopping, cleaning sanitary facilities and emptying bins. Sometimes a driving licence is useful when you work at multiple locations.
The pay is the statutory flexi wage, and you are often assigned a fixed location or route. That makes the work predictable and calm, without much customer contact. Perfect if you like working independently and setting your own pace.
Do you have a B driving licence and enjoy driving? Then there are flexi jobs in Leuven as a parcel courier, meal delivery driver or driver for passenger transport. Courier services and meal platforms are constantly looking for flexible drivers, especially during the evening rush and on weekends.
For passenger transport, such as taxi services or patient transport, you sometimes need a special driving licence or certificate. Ask the employer about this in advance. Companies around the Vaartkom and in the K ring often need drivers for small deliveries or trips to customers.
A flexi job as a driver pays the same flexi wage, but you usually get a rate per hour or per trip plus a mileage allowance. Watch your insurance: some employers insure you during work, others don't. Check that in your contract.
Dishwasher is one of the most accessible flexi jobs in Leuven. Restaurants, brasseries and fast-food outlets around the station and Bondgenotenlaan almost always need extra hands in the kitchen. You don't need any experience; you learn the routine in a few shifts.
As a kitchen helper you help with cutting, portioning, cleaning up and sometimes simple preparations. Shifts are often in the evening and on weekends, but also during the lunch peak on weekdays. Retirees and those who work during the day enjoy doing this as a flexi.
The atmosphere in a professional kitchen is informal and collegial. You often get a free meal and drinks during your shift. When applying, indicate whether you prefer washing dishes or helping on the line, so the employer can tailor the tasks accordingly.
Do you live just outside Leuven, in Herent, Kessel-Lo, Heverlee or Wilsele? You can find flexi jobs there too, often closer to home. Business parks in Herent and Haasrode house logistics companies, food producers and wholesalers looking for flexi workers for warehouse work, order picking or packing.
Residential care centres in the surrounding municipalities also regularly need flexi workers for washing dishes, maintenance or meal distribution. Those shifts are often during the day, handy if you don't have time in the evening.
Also look at local traders: bakers, butchers and garden centres in Herent or Kessel-Lo sometimes look for flexible help on weekends. You save travel time and immediately build a connection with employers in your own neighbourhood.
VDAB has a separate search filter for flexi jobs. Go to vdab.be, choose 'flexi job' as the contract type and enter 'Leuven' as the location. You will then get a list of current vacancies from employers in the region, including UZ Leuven, hospitality businesses and cleaning companies.
Create a profile on VDAB and set up a job alert for flexi jobs in Leuven. Then you will receive new vacancies automatically in your mailbox. Employers can also contact you directly if your CV is public.
Not all flexi jobs appear on VDAB. Many temp agencies and hospitality operators recruit through their own channels or through apps such as Nowjobs and Temper. So combine VDAB with other search methods to avoid missing anything.
Why Leuven?
The city combines a compact footprint with a huge variety of employers. From hospitality to healthcare and logistics, you'll find almost every sector within cycling distance.
From Kessel-Lo to the Oude Markt is barely ten minutes by bike. You rarely have to travel far for a flexi shift.
UZ Leuven, the university and dozens of companies in Haasrode regularly offer flexi hours.
Evening and weekend work is the norm here, making it easy to plan around your main job.
With so many students and young professionals, the work atmosphere is informal and collegial.
Leuven is compact, but the region extends to Herent, Kessel-Lo, Heverlee and Wilsele. Each of these sub-municipalities has its own employers looking for flexi workers, from local traders to care institutions. By setting your search a little wider, you increase your chance of finding a job within cycling distance.
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