Front Desk Volunteer – Be the Heart of Our Hostel

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
High demand host: This host has received 18 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers: 35 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 26 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

28h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Night Shift: Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

The Experience

We’re looking for a friendly, positive, and responsible person to join our team at the front desk of our hostel. This role is perfect for someone who loves meeting people, sharing good vibes, and creating unforgettable experiences for travelers from all over the world 🌎✨ As a front desk volunteer, you’ll be the first smile our guests see and an important part of our hostel’s atmosphere.

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Requirements

Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English
Between 22 and 40 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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40 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

35 Meeting international travelers
26 Practicing English
23 Immersing in the local culture
17 Get in touch with nature
17 Practicing Spanish
16 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

12 8. Decent work and economic growth
9 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
4 15. Life on land

miguel aldair

Mexico

The hostel is a one-of-a-kind place, starting with the neighborhood, Santa Teresa, which is an iconic part of Rio de Janeiro. The accommodation is comfortable and the breakfast is incredible! I was never disrespected, and the experience was incredibly enriching.

1 day ago

Natasha

New Zealand

This was my third volunteer experience and personally my favourite! I worked at reception for 28 hours over 3.5 days 2-10pm. The work was fun and easy for me, I personally felt respected by the managers and got along great with everyone. For the paid staff there are 2 managers and a couple of cleaners, the rest of the hostel are all volunteers which is fun but can be chaotic at times. I think having set rules/expectations as a volunteer will provide more clarity for future volunteers! You get free breakfast, bed in a volunteer dorm and access to some free parties/drinks which was very fun.

1 day ago

Archie

United Kingdom

A really amazing experience, the hostel was very social and s really cool hostel in general, lots of places to chill out with an amazing pool snd good views of the city and Christo. Also the best brasilian churrasco in brasil. Highly reccomend someone volunteering here. Shoutout to Santiago snd Lennon 2 really good managers. And pablo another volunteer helped me out alot snd worked very hard Thank u guys.

15 days ago

Tia

Slovenia

I had a really great experience volunteering at this hostel. I met so many amazing people during my stay and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming from the first day. Everyone was incredibly sweet and helpful, both the staff and the guests. I worked at the reception and honestly, the work didn't even feel like work because the vibe was so relaxed and enjoyable. I really enjoyed my time here and would recommend this experience to anyone looking for a friendly, social, and supportive place to volunteer. I'm very grateful for the memories and the people I met!

3 months ago

Giovana

Brazil

I loved my 2 months at the hostel. The volunteers were amazing, they keep the castle alive! Everyone, from managers to cleaning staff, was super kind and welcoming. The hostel is in the safe and charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa. Being surrounded by nature made every day feel magical. I was also able to improve my english a lot since most of the guests are gringos. At first, I worked the overnight reception shift, which was tiring. But after talking to Gladis, they moved me to another schedule. The volunteers dorm needs improvement, but staying in the female dorm made everything perfect! 💛

3 months ago

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