Work Exchange at an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Hostel in Cape Town
L'esperienza
We’re looking for passionate, open-hearted volunteers to support daily operations and infuse the space with creativity and care:
– Welcome guests and help create a warm, inclusive vibe
– Assist with check-ins, basic housekeeping, and shared space upkeep
– Support community events, from dinners to queer movie nights
– Bring your talents! Whether it’s art, hospitality, events, social media, etc. — we celebrate your gifts!
Cosa offri
25 ore di aiuto per settimana
Promoter di eventi:
Aiuta a organizzare e promuovere feste e attività sociali.
Pulizia:
Aiuta a pulire la cucina, le camere da letto, i bagni e le aree comuni.
Turno di Notte:
Aiuta con i compiti del turno di notte e crea un ambiente rilassante per gli ospiti.
Reception:
Aiuta con check-in, check-out e assistenza agli ospiti.
Cosa ottieni
2 giorni liberi a settimana
Dormitorio dello staff:
Avrai un letto in una camera condivisa, il che significa che condividerai la stessa stanza con altre persone.
Colazione:
Hai diritto a una colazione gratuita, ogni giorno del tuo soggiorno.
Lavanderia Gratuita:
Puoi utilizzare liberamente la nostra lavanderia.
Eventi gratuiti:
Ottieni ingresso gratuito per i migliori eventi in città.
Usa la nostra cucina attrezzata:
Sentiti libero di utilizzare la nostra cucina e preparare il tuo delizioso cibo.
Accesso Internet Veloce:
Internet ad alta velocità per lavorare da remoto
Spazio di Lavoro Dedicato:
Spazio specifico per lavorare da remoto
Requisiti
Fluente Inglese
Tra 25 e 35 anni
Accoglie solo volontari singoli (non accetta coppie o partner)
Cosa non è incluso
Voli, assicurazione di viaggio, trasporti interni e visto
Dettagli del programma
What You Get:
- Free breakfast every morning
- Free accommodation in our staff dorm
- Free laundry, high speed Wi-Fi, and access to all hostel spaces
- A positive, inclusive and social work environment
- An opportunity to meet amazing people from around the world
Who You Are:
- A people person who enjoys hospitality and community vibes
- Comfortable working independently and providing customer service
- Responsible, communicative, and detail-oriented
- LGBTQ+ inclusive and aligned with Soul Fam’s inclusive values
- Ideally available for at least 1 month (longer stays welcome!)
What We Look For:
- You keep the guests engaged and connect them with the local community
- You provide fun opportunities for guests to meet and interact with each other
- You ensure each guest feels seen and connected to the social culture within the hostel
- You make sure guests have a memorable and fun experience throughout their stay
Bonus Points If:
- You’ve worked or volunteered in a hostel before
- You love helping guests discover local gems
- You speak another language
- You are passionate about event planning
Attività e turni
What You'll Do:
- Work part-time, 25 hours per week (flexible shifts)
- Welcome and check in/out guests with warmth and professionalism
- Assist with basic room housekeeping, laundry, and general yard upkeep to maintain a clean environment
- Manage bookings, collect payments, and upsell additional services
- Share local tips, answer questions and help guests feel at home
- Keep common areas tidy and inviting
- Coordinate daily hostel events to keep guests engaged
- Represent Soul Fam core values of inclusion, community, and sustainability
Regole
The Participant agrees to comply with all Soul Fam Hostel policies and procedures, including but not limited to:
● Respecting the privacy and diversity of guests and fellow hosts.
● Maintaining a clean, respectful and safe living environment.
● Refraining from inviting external guests without approval.
● Adhering to local laws and regulations.