Guest House Glenorchy, New Zealand

4.5
(31 reviews)31

Join our Lodge team as a Cook and bring your talent

High demand host
This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature
27 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
23 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

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

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
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 Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

Join us at our Lodge as a Cook, working primarily on breakfast and lunch services with some dinner shifts, five days a week. This live-on-site position includes staff accommodation and offers potential roles for partners. Enjoy the opportunity to live in a beautiful setting, surrounded by treks and wilderness, and get to explore your love of cooking.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Over 19 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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31 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 27 Get in touch with nature
  • 23 Meeting international travelers
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 11 Learning about sustainability
  • 8 Developing environmental awareness
  • 5 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 15 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 12 15. Life on land
  • 10 8. Decent work and economic growth

United States

5

I had a great experience helping out at the guest house. During my month-long stay, I helped with a mix of housekeeping, maintenance, painting, and moving jobs around the property. The work was varied and straightforward, and I enjoyed contributing to such a beautiful place. The team was welcoming and easy to work with, and the location itself is incredible—right on the edge of the lake with stunning views and access to great walks nearby. I appreciated the chance to learn new skills while also having time to explore the area during my time off. Thanks for having me!

29 days ago


Lisa replied

It was a pleasure having you on the team Hayden! We loved your willingness to take on all sorts of jobs :) Happy travels

Netherlands

5

What a place... So grateful I got to spend some time at the guest house, waking up with the most stunning view every day. The mountains, the lake, the moon and the stars. It was magical ✨ Thanks to my roomies and of course our house cat Taka for making it an unforgettable stay 🩵

about 1 month ago


Lisa replied

Thanks so much Lois, you were a wonderful addition to the team and we were very lucky to have you! All the best with your travels :)

United States

5

The team there is so friendly and great to work with! The property is beautiful and is wonderful to explore with the two dogs. The staff house has a super cuddly cat too! it was a lovely place to stay with many furry friends

3 months ago


Lisa replied

Thanks Anna - it was a pleasure having you on the team

United Kingdom

5

Excellent location, can really disconnect and be in the guest house. Great setting for the outdoors and hiking, amazing dogs and great place to spend some time.

3 months ago


Lisa replied

Thanks Tom - it was a pleasure having you on the team

United States

5

It was great!

3 months ago

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