Waiter or Kitchen Hand - Join Our Café in Portugal's Surf Haven

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Connect with international travelers: 14 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 12 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

24h

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.

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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.

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

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

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

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

Bask in the endless summer sun of Europe's premier beach destination while showcasing your culinary talents in our bustling café nestled in the heart of Lagos, Portugal. From serving up delectable dishes to engaging with our diverse clientele, we offer an opportunity to be part of a dynamic international team. If you're a young professional cook seeking an exciting opportunity to blend work with adventure, we want you!

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Requirements

Fluent English
Under 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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15 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hospitality

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

14 Meeting international travelers
12 Practicing English
7 Immersing in the local culture
5 Meeting locals
3 Get in touch with nature
2 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

3 3. Good health and well-being
1 15. Life on land

Sofie

Austria

I loved working at the Twin Fin Café. It was my first Worldpackers and also my first solo travel experience, and it couldn't have been better. I stayed at the so-called “Villa,” which was great accommodation with enough space and a family atmosphere. Lagos and the café are great places to meet many people, and the nature and beaches are wonderful too. The work can be busy in the summer season, but everyone is patient and explains everything clearly. Brad, who runs everything, is such a kind person and made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a very cool experience!

5 days ago

Malin

Germany

I stayed for 4 weeks and had a really good time! I enjoyed working in the café because the working environment is welcoming. However, previous experience in the catering industry is recommended. The accommodation is a 15-minute walk away in a somewhat improvised but very spacious flat. In my free time and on my day off, I had plenty of time to explore Lagos and the surrounding towns, relax on the beaches, go hiking and enjoy the nightlife. I will definitely be back!

10 days ago

Maja

Poland

I absolutely loved my time at 9ninelives! The team was amazing—especially Heather, who makes you feel at home from day one. The hostel is super social, and it's easy to make friends within minutes. The vibe is relaxed and fun, with lots of shared meals, rooftop hangs, and spontaneous adventures. The work is chill—some light housekeeping and reception duties, nothing too hard. It's the perfect place to connect, explore, and feel part of a little family. Highly recommend!

24 days ago

Molly

Australia

If you're looking to make some amazing friends from all different countries, work on your hospitality skills and experience the algarve this is the option for you. Twin Fin can get very busy in the summer so experience is recommended but the FOH team are patient and understanding. The Villa where volunteers sleep has everything you need and is close enough to all Lagos's action with the added benefit of not being as noisy as old town and right next to a supermarket. Lagos also has great public transport so it was easy to explore other cities. Miss the TF gang already (:

24 days ago

Amy Lee

Germany

Me and my friend Lotta worked at the host Cafe for two weeks and had a great time. The entire staff is lovely and they were incredible patient teaching us all the different procedures and recipes. It felt very rewarding coming home after a hot and busy day, but it was all still very manageable. Time spend in Lagos is time well spent and we are both quite sad to leave after such a short time and hope to come back one day. We would recommend this volunteer opportunity to everyone who loves a lively city and interesting people. Nothing can quite compare…..

about 2 months ago

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