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Cleaning, Housekeeping, Administration, and Reception
John joined us as a volunteer but quickly stood out thanks to his leadership, strategic vision, and deep experience in hospitality. His ability to motivate the team, implement smart solutions, and improve our internal processes led us to invite him to take on a supervisory role shortly after his arrival. He brought a professional and positive energy that made a real difference in the daily operations and team performance.
Foi uma boa experiência. O hostel é localizado no coração de Faro. Tem tudo próximo.
Reception, Cleaning, and Housekeeping
Night Shift and Reception
John has been an invaluable team member, demonstrating exceptional skills in managing processes across administration, reception, bar, kitchen, iFood, and sales. His remarkable leadership abilities, comprising of strong communication and strategic decision-making, have played a key role in his growth. Today, his consistent performance and dedication have rightly earned him the position of manager, proving him to be an indispensable part of our team.
Whoa, man! My time at the hostel was rad. Polished my English and Spanish skills, soaked up heaps of new cultures. I mean, where else could you get this, right? Plus, it's all set near beaches, waterfalls, groovy bars, parties, museums, and the city center. And despite being a residential 'hood, there's a Bohemian vibe going on. The hostel itself is lit! Common areas to chill with a pool table, bar, video games, and a TV lounge. Not to mention, it's not just fun and games. The place offers real growth opportunities too. What a ride!
Worldpackers Academy was created to prepare the travel community to be committed and engaged volunteers.
This course has been specifically designed to assist volunteers in preparing for non-routine situations, understanding the fundamentals of living in a community, recognizing the differences between life in the city and the countryside, selecting and supporting projects in achieving their objectives, and learning some basic permaculture concepts to help your project flourish!
Concluded the course "Nonviolent communication: resolving conflicts and dealing with challenging situations" in which learned how to solve challenging and conflict situations through healthy and empathic communication.
Completed the course "Host X Volunteer Guide: How to Prepare to Volunteer at Hostels " in which he learned how to be accepted, what community hosts look for in travellers, and how to prepare for a volunteer experience.
I would like to give a special word of thanks to John, the host of Hostel ST António. He is, without a doubt, one of the main reasons why my experience was so remarkable. Always available, attentive, and genuinely interested in the well-being of every guest, John creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels at home. With his positive spirit, friendliness, and outstanding sense of hospitality, John turns a simple stay into a truly memorable experience. He’s always ready to share local tips, help with anything needed, and make sure each person feels welcome.
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Volunteering experience:
Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Accreditation Team: Official representative whom assisted and accompanied the Olympic and Paralympic delegations upon arrival at the Rio international airport.
Doping Control Team: Role consisting in finding the athletes to notify them of their presence being requested at the doping control station, and escorting them to their tests.
Hostels in Argentina and Brazil - from June/2017 through October/2018
Reception: check-in and check-out; receiving payment; cashier balancing; stock control; selling packaged tourism and transfers; guest service; Housekeeping: keeping the bedrooms clean and tidy and the beds made; Public Relations: maintaining a good image of the company, seeking to resolve any conflict between guest and the hostel or guest and guest, and always interacting with guests of the hostel and/or on trips with them across the city;
Brasil - Río de Janeiro, Vitória, Curitiba, São Paulo, Cabreuva, Belo Horizonte, Ilha Grande e Itacaré;
Argentina - Buenos Aires e Rosário
