Helping in my restaurant

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Connect with international travelers: 47 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 44 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

25h

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

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Bartending: Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.

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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.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

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

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

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

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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: 30 days

The Experience

I have a restaurant in Heeg, Friesland, the Netherlands, with a big terrace near the lake, very beautiful. During the summer there are a lot of tourists who are sailing, swimming and surfing. I hope to fond friendly back-Packers who can help me during the summer in the kitchen, bar and restaurant. Our atmosphere is easy going, time to laugh and for you to have a nice time in our beautiful country!

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Beginner German
Between 18 and 40 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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63 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Restaurant

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

47 Meeting international travelers
44 Meeting locals
44 Immersing in the local culture
41 Practicing English
27 Get in touch with nature
10 Practicing Spanish

Ben

United States

I had an amazing time at the host with Luuk. Heeg is a beautiful little town with plenty of nature to explore and enjoy. Public transport is easily accessible and Luuk has bikes to use for any adventures outside of Heeg. The job is similar to any other kitchen/serving job, and Luuk was happy to answer any questions I had and was always very helpful. I couldn't have asked for a better first volunteer experience, and definitely recommend it to anyone that is considering applying!

about 1 month ago

Agoston

Hungary

This was my first volunteering and it was perfect! Luuk is very kind, friendly and funny person and he is a really good chef. It was really good to work with him.The city is pretty small but its beautiful and the locals are very friendly and you can go to other cities with bus or train, or with bike. The job is very simple and fun I enjoyed every day. I met with amazing people and I so much fun. I may come back one day:))

2 months ago

Luuk replied

All the best for you Agoston: good luck and maybe see you again!

Lucas

Brazil

I had a great experience volunteering at Luuk's restaurant. The work is very relaxed, the customers are very kind (they all speak English). The place is quiet, with lots of beautiful scenery and a small cove next to the restaurant. There is also a supermarket and shops that can be useful. I learnt a lot about Dutch culture and got to know some very interesting places. Luuk cooks very well, so you won't have any problems with the food. I recommend volunteering.

3 months ago

Lireyka

Panama

The host di the host my second volunteer. A really incredible place, I met a volunteer from Brazil Patricia who was a good adventure companion. Luuk is a good host and prepares delicious meal. The customers are very friendly. Heeg is a small but beautiful town where you can walk and feel peace. Luuk respects days off and working hours. I would come back as many times as possible. Thank you very much Luuk😊

4 months ago

Luuk replied

Thanks for your support!
It was really very nice working with you; you are so friendly, thanks again and for you all the best and always welcome to come back!

Patrícia

Brazil

I had an incredible time with Luuk and the other volunteer at the restaurant! The food is amazing, and the locals are really nice and welcoming. The restaurant is at a small village; there are really beautiful landscapes, and you can visit cities nearby on your free days. The tasks were easy; you have plenty of time to rest and practise your English. 🤗😊

4 months ago

Luuk replied

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