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Manage adventures and money! Volunteering at our hostel

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The experience

Are you ready for a transformative experience that combines meaningful work with the opportunity to explore one of Mexico’s most vibrant cities? Then this volunteer program at our hostel in Guadalajara is perfect for you!

What you offer

30 hours of help per week

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

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

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

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

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.

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

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

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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

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

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

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Beginner Spanish or Beginner English

Between 20 and 45 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The main goal of our volunteer program is to provide participants with an enriching and multifaceted experience in hostel operations, with a particular focus on financial administration and guest service. We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic volunteers who want to contribute to our community while gaining practical skills and creating unforgettable memories.

Activities & Shift

- Reception Management: Be the first point of contact for guests, handling check-ins and check-outs, answering questions, and ensuring every guest feels welcome and valued.
- Financial Administration: Manage the cash register, handle transactions, keep accurate financial records, and ensure all accounts are in order. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial management in an international setting.
- Customer Service: Provide information about the hostel and the city, help guests plan their activities, and make sure they have a pleasant stay.
- Light Maintenance Tasks: Participate in cleaning and general maintenance of the hostel, ensuring it is always clean and inviting. This can include making beds, cleaning common areas, and organizing the space.

Rules

- Time Commitment: Volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks to ensure a meaningful experience for both them and the hostel.
- Schedule: Comply with the agreed schedule
- Positive and Proactive Attitude: We are looking for people with a positive attitude, adaptability, and a willingness to work as part of a team.
- Basic Finance and Customer Service Skills: Previous experience is not required, but basic knowledge of handling money and customer service is appreciated.