The year is drawing to a close, and Mercadona is preparing for its 2026 openings. The Spanish supermarket chain announced on Thursday that it has begun the recruitment process for a new store set to open in Vila Real, similar to its announcement for a location in Beja.
“Mercadona, a supermarket company with 68 stores already in Portugal, will open a new store in Vila Real next year. This new location will create 70 new jobs,” stated a company press release.
Vacancies Open
Mercadona states that job openings are available for store operators in all sections, and all positions offer a training period with a permanent contract, paid from day one.
“Moreover, during the training period, all expenses—including food, transportation, accommodation, and twice-monthly trips home—are covered by the company,” according to the release.
Those interested in working at the new Vila Real store can apply here.
Mercadona Ensures “Stable and Quality Employment”
“Mercadona is present in various districts in Portugal and already has over 7,000 employees. To support its expansion plan, the company is recruiting for various roles, reinforcing its commitment to the national market and creating stable and quality employment,” the Spanish brand explains.
The company further informs that, “at the start of 2025, an 8.5% salary increase for all employees was announced, effective from January 2025, setting entry-level salaries at €14,963.90 gross annually, with salary progression up to €20,465.10 reached within a maximum of four years.”
“In addition to these amounts, employees receive a daily meal allowance and other benefits outlined in the company’s Compensation Policy, including Sunday, holiday, and night work allowances. With the achievement of individual and company objectives, there is also an Annual Bonus, equivalent to an extra month’s salary after the first full calendar year, and two extra months’ salary after four years of service,” the statement reads.
Furthermore, “the company’s salary table for 2025 offers an entry wage 23% above the national minimum wage (NMW). Employees with more than four years of service currently earn a salary 68% higher than the NMW.”
According to the group, Mercadona “possesses a distinct Human Resources Policy that focuses on building careers, salary progression, equity, and internal promotion as key avenues for valuing and creating development opportunities, seeking talent within the company itself. Mercadona also has a training policy that is essential for preparing the future of all employees, allowing for their personal and professional development.”
“Recently, for the third consecutive year, Mercadona was recognized in the Randstad Employer Brand Research 2025 awards as the most attractive company to work for in the distribution sector,” the statement adds.
