Help around an Alpine Lodge in the Austrian Alps

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The experience

Cozy lodge located next to a glacier in the heart of the austrian alps. Surrounded by the peaks of the dachstein mountains. An authentic traditional hut frequented by international and local people a like, that can accommodate up to a 100 guests. You are involved in keeping the guests happy, So volunteers will help with houskeeping, Kitchen,the Restaurant and general work around the house.
(Note:Only accessible by the cable car (27€) )


What you offer

32 hours of help per week

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

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


What you get

3 days off per week

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

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

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.

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner German

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

The lodge is located on top of the mountain Krippenstein and accesible by cable cars takes about 30min from the bottoms of the mountain and costs 27€ for employees.
You will be staying in high alpine terraine, therefore proper clothing/footwear is needed.


Activities & Shift

Volunteers are helping 25 h a week all around the lodge where help is needed, 2-3 days per week off depending on demand (The other days are for the volunteers free to use and explore the surounding nature.)