Malta's tourism industry experiences significant seasonal variation, with summer months bringing millions of visitors to the islands. Here's how to prepare your staffing for peak season.
Understanding Malta's Tourism Seasons
High Season (June - September)
Over 500,000 monthly visitorsExtended operating hoursMaximum staffing requirementsPremium rates for workersShoulder Season (April - May, October - November)
Moderate tourist numbersIdeal for training new staffCost-effective hiring periodBuilding your core teamLow Season (December - March)
Reduced operationsFocus on local clienteleCore staff retentionPlanning for next seasonPre-Season Preparation
Start Early
Begin recruitment 2-3 months before peak season:
Identify staffing gapsPartner with agencies earlyTrain new hires before the rushBuild a pool of reliable on-call workersForecast Your Needs
Analyze previous years:
Review last year's schedulesIdentify peak days and timesCalculate staff-to-cover ratiosPlan for unexpected surgesFlexible Staffing Solutions
Core + Flex Model
Maintain a core team of permanent staff supplemented by flexible workers:
Core team handles 70% of shiftsAgency staff covers peaksReduces overtime costsMaintains service qualityUsing Shift.mt
Our platform makes flexible staffing simple:
Post shifts as neededAccess 500+ verified workersSame-day bookings availableNo long-term commitmentsTraining for Consistency
Even with flexible staff, maintain standards:
Create clear service guidelinesProvide brief orientationsAssign experienced mentorsUse visual aids and checklistsManaging Peak Periods
During the busiest times:
Stagger shift start timesCreate efficient station assignmentsPlan backup coverageCommunicate clearly with all staffPost-Season Review
After the season ends:
Review performance metricsIdentify top performers for next yearGather staff feedbackUpdate your staffing strategyPrepare for your best season yet. [Start building your flex team](/for-businesses) with Shift.mt.