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Help at our café in Lagos, Portugal

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The experience

Join our lively café in Portugal's surf hotspot! As a volunteer, engage with a global clientele, assist in day-to-day café operations, and bring energy to our team. You'll immerse in the surf culture, enjoy delicious food, and experience the coastal charm. Be a key player in our café's welcoming community!

What you offer

24 hours of help per week

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

What you get

1 day off per week

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

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

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

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

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

Requirements

Intermediate English

Between 22 and 40 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Welcome to our unique work program in the heart of Portugal's vibrant surf region! As part of our team, you'll be entrusted with responsibilities akin to a regular job. This means we expect full energy and commitment to your role as any full time job. Your work will be crucial in maintaining the high standards our customers have come to expect.

However, we also recognize that you're here for a working holiday. Balancing work and play is part of the experience! We are committed to ensuring you have ample time to explore and enjoy the local culture, surf, and scenery. Expect your schedule to include enough free time for personal adventures and relaxation, allowing you to fully embrace the beautiful surroundings and laid-back lifestyle of Portugal's coastal towns.

Join us for an unforgettable experience where work meets leisure in one of the most

Activities & Shift

Front of House / Barista / Waitress – Duties & Requirements

We’re looking for happy, friendly, and outgoing people to join our team!

Duties & Responsibilities
• Greet and seat guests with a smile
• Take food & drink orders and deliver them promptly
• Make and serve great coffee & drinks (barista skills a plus!)
• Keep tables and front of house clean and welcoming
• Work as part of a team to give customers a great experience

Requirements
• Positive, friendly, and outgoing personality
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player
• Hospitality or barista experience preferred but not essential
• Ability to stay calm and upbeat in a busy environment
• Good English (other languages a bonus)

Rules

Agree to follow house rules
No drug use