Over 3,000 Applicants Queue for 60 Jobs at Argentine Refrigeration Plant

The sheer scale of the job application turnout at the Cabaña Don Theo frigorífico in Moreno, Buenos Aires province, paints a stark picture of Argentina's current economic realities. More than 3,000 individuals braved inclement weather, forming queues stretching over six blocks, all vying for just 60 available positions. This overwhelming response, far exceeding the employer's expectations, underscores the profound urgency felt by many Argentinians seeking stable employment.

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Es un mar de gente, esperamos a más de tres mil personas y nos vamos a quedar hasta el último

Interviews conducted by LN+ reveal a diverse group of applicants, including a nursing assistant and night school student, a gig economy driver, and even a retiree seeking part-time work. Their common thread is a pressing need for income, with many expressing a willingness to accept any role, from cashier to driver, simply to make ends meet. The desperation is palpable; one applicant shared, "We got soaked. I'm applying for anything because we need work. This opportunity doesn't come every day." Another lamented, "I maintain myself with DIDI and Uber. You can't get what you expect. It's hard to make ends meet."

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Nos empapamos. Aplico para lo que sea porque estamos necesitando trabajo. No todos los días se da esta oportunidad

Fernando Majeras, the owner of Cabaña Don Theo, expressed surprise at the immense demand, stating, "It's a sea of people, we expect more than three thousand people and we will stay until the last one." He confirmed that initial interviews were being conducted, with a second, more formal interview to follow for successful candidates. The offered salaries, ranging from $1,000,000 to $1,500,000 Argentine pesos for full-time, eight-hour positions, represent a significant draw in a country grappling with high inflation and economic uncertainty. This event serves as a powerful visual testament to the challenges faced by many Argentinians in securing livelihoods and the lengths they will go to find work.

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Cajero, repositor, depende la necesidad que haya. Actualmente llega a fin de mes pero se puede estar mejor. Trabajo de 8 a 12 horas por día