The hospitality sector in the Balearic Islands (in Spain), a major tourism-dependent region, exemplifies the duality of decent and precarious work. Tourism employs 28% of the workforce, yet faces persistent challenges tied to precarious employment, such as seasonal contracts, high living costs, and demanding working conditions. While collective agreements have improved wages and job stability, many workers still experience financial strain and limited career prospects. These conditions undermine well-being, increase turnover, and threaten the long-term sustainability of tourism. However, efforts to enhance work conditions, such as stable contracts, increased wages, and improved human resource practices, demonstrate the potential for improvement. Balancing economic imperatives with social equity requires strategic collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and unions. This presentation explores the interplay between employment conditions and sustainable tourism in the Balearics, offering insights into how decent work can promote social sustainability and align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a highly tourism-dependent context