Working in Amsterdam city centre

Part-time jobs in Amsterdam for school pupils and students

Working as a student or school pupil in Amsterdam

Ben jij scholier of student en zoek je een leuke en flexibele bijbaan in Amsterdam? Bij Henri Willig kun je werkervaring opdoen in retail, toerisme, hospitality en food. Je werkt op bijzondere locaties in het centrum van Amsterdam en ontmoet dagelijks bezoekers uit Nederland en de hele wereld.

Of je nu op zoek bent naar een bijbaan naast school, een studentenbaan, vakantiewerk of je eerste werkervaring: binnen onze Junior Academy zijn er verschillende mogelijkheden. Je leert het vak in de praktijk, ontwikkelt jezelf en werkt samen met collega's in een internationale omgeving.

Working as a student in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is an international city that welcomes visitors from all over the world every day. That’s what makes a part-time job at Henri Willig different from a standard part-time job.

In our shops, you’ll help customers discover Dutch cheese and other quality products. You’ll offer advice, organise tastings and share the story behind our products.

An ideal environment if you:

enjoy working with people;
get a buzz from customer contact;
want to use different languages;
are interested in retail and tourism;
want to gain work experience alongside your studies.

Working as a student or school pupil in Amsterdam

Part-time jobs for school pupils in Amsterdam

Even if you’re still at school, you can gain work experience at Henri Willig. Depending on your age and the roles available, you could, for example, work at weekends, during the holidays or at other times alongside your studies. Among other things, you’ll learn:

welcoming and assisting customers;
selling and advising;
working as part of a team;
how to communicate;
dealing with international visitors;
product knowledge;
taking responsibility.

The Junior Academy has been specially developed for young people aged 14 to 21 and combines work with learning and personal development.

Working in a tourist shop in Amsterdam

A large proportion of our shops are situated in busy locations in Amsterdam. For example, shops around:

Damrak;
Nieuwendijk;
Kalverstraat;
Leidsestraat;
the Bloemenmarkt;
Amsterdam Central Station.

This means you’ll be working right at the heart of the city’s hustle and bustle and meeting customers from all over the world. Henri Willig Specialist Cheese Shop, Damrak, Amsterdam, Cheese & More by Henri Willig on Kalverstraat in Amsterdam and Cheese & More by Henri Willig at Amsterdam Central Station are examples of locations where Henri Willig operates.

In our Cheese Farm Stores, the world of the cheese farm takes centre stage. Here, it’s not just about selling cheese, but also about the story behind Henri Willig, Dutch cheese-making and our farms. You’ll be working in an environment with a distinct rural and artisanal feel. At Cheese Farm Stores, this also includes traditional Dutch costume. This makes the work particularly recognisable to visitors and ensures an authentic experience.

In our Cheese & More shops, it’s about more than just cheese. Alongside our cheeses, you’ll find a range of other Dutch and international delicacies and gift items. These shops have a more modern look, and you’ll wear an apron and a polo shirt whilst working here.

How much do you earn as a school pupil or student?

At Henri Willig, school pupils and students are paid age-related gross hourly rates. You can find the current hourly rate in our table of youth wages, including a 25.3% supplement.& This way, you’ll know what you can earn at Henri Willig before you apply.

Age	13–15	16	17	18	19	20	21
’s gross hourly wage (including a 25.3% bonus)	€5.85	€6.74	€7.72	€9.40	€11.26	€15.02	€18.78

From a part-time job to the next step

A part-time job doesn’t have to end as soon as you graduate. At Henri Willig, you can continue to develop your skills. You might start as a school pupil or student and later progress to a role as a sales assistant, senior sales assistant, Assistant Store Manager or Store Manager. The Henri Willig Academy offers training courses in areas such as product knowledge, customer service, sales and storytelling.

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Frequently asked questions

At what age can I start working at Henri Willig?

The Junior Academy offers opportunities for young people aged 14 to 21. The types of work and roles available depend, amongst other things, on your age and the current vacancies.

As a student, can I work part-time in Amsterdam?

Yes. Depending on the vacancy, there are part-time roles and casual jobs available. The Junior Academy focuses specifically on flexible working alongside school or university studies.

Can I work at the weekend?

Weekend and holiday work is possible for most roles. Please check the current job vacancy for specific working hours.

Do I need experience?

No. For many junior roles, previous work experience is not essential. Enthusiasm, a welcoming attitude and a willingness to learn are important.

Do I need to speak Dutch?

No, you don’t need to speak Dutch in the shops in Amsterdam. As you’ll meet lots of international visitors in Amsterdam, English is a must, and any other foreign languages are definitely a plus!