Your Restaurant Thrives on Great Food — Let Us Handle the Numbers
Running a restaurant on the Costa del Sol means navigating complex Spanish tax, payroll for seasonal staff, and ever-changing compliance rules. Fideso has been the trusted back-office partner for restaurants in Marbella and beyond since 1980.
Book a Free ConsultationThe Unique Challenges of Running a Restaurant in Spain
The Costa del Sol's booming hospitality scene — from Michelin-starred fine dining to beachfront chiringuitos — brings extraordinary opportunities and equally complex obligations.
High Staff Turnover & Seasonal Hiring
Constant onboarding and offboarding, split shifts, variable schedules, and mixed contract types create payroll nightmares without expert management.
Complex VAT & Tip Compliance
Restaurants must navigate reduced VAT rates on food, standard rates on alcohol, tip reporting obligations, and quarterly Modelo filings — all under increased AEAT scrutiny.
Social Security & Labour Law
Spain's employer social security contributions (30.65%+) and strict labour regulations require precise contract management and ongoing compliance.
Quarterly Deadlines & Reporting
Missing a quarterly VAT, withholding tax, or social security filing can trigger automatic fines of 5–20% plus interest — especially punishing for thin-margin restaurants.
VeriFactu & E-Invoicing
Spain's new verifiable invoicing system takes effect in 2027, requiring restaurants to prepare their billing systems now. Non-compliance carries significant penalties.
International Owner Structures
Many Costa del Sol restaurants are owned by non-residents or through corporate structures. Proper tax structuring from day one avoids costly corrections later.
Full-Service Advisory for Hospitality Businesses
From a single tapas bar to a multi-venue restaurant group, we handle the entire financial and legal back-office so you can focus on your guests.
Company Formation & Licensing
S.L. incorporation, hospitality licences, health & safety registrations, and opening licence applications — we get you operational fast.
Payroll & Employment
Monthly payroll processing, contract management for full-time, part-time and seasonal staff, social security filings, and employee onboarding/offboarding.
Tax Compliance & VAT
Quarterly VAT returns, corporate income tax (Modelo 200), withholding taxes (Modelo 111/115), annual accounts preparation, and AEAT representation.
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Daily transaction recording, bank reconciliation, expense categorisation, monthly financial reports, and annual account filing with the Registro Mercantil.
Labour Law Advisory
Employment contract drafting, collective bargaining compliance, dismissal procedures, workplace inspections defence, and labour audit support.
Outsourced CFO & Reporting
Cash flow forecasting, labour cost analysis, food cost tracking, profitability reporting, and strategic financial planning for growth and expansion.
Payroll That Keeps Pace with Your Kitchen
Restaurant payroll in Spain is uniquely complex — variable schedules, seasonal surges, collective bargaining agreements, and strict social security obligations. Our payroll team handles it all, every month, so you never miss a deadline.
Talk to Our Payroll TeamUnlimited Payroll Runs
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly — we adapt to your schedule without extra charges.
Seasonal Staff Handling
Fast onboarding and compliant offboarding for summer and holiday season surges.
Social Security Compliance
Accurate contribution calculations, new CNAE 2025 classification, and timely filings.
Collective Agreement Expertise
We ensure your contracts and wages comply with the Hostelería sector agreement.
From Concept to Compliance
Whether you're opening your first restaurant or expanding to a second location, we guide you through every stage.
Setup
Company formation (S.L.), tax registration, activity licence, health permits, and opening licence applications.
Hire
Employment contracts, social security registration, payroll setup, and compliance with hospitality collective agreements.
Operate
Monthly bookkeeping, quarterly tax filings, payroll processing, VAT management, and annual accounts.
Grow
Financial reporting, cash flow management, expansion planning, R&D incentives, and multi-location support.
Ready to Take the Stress Out of Your Restaurant's Finances?
Book a free consultation with our hospitality team. We'll assess your situation and recommend the right level of support — from basic compliance to full outsourced CFO.
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