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Help the coolest hostel in front of the ocean

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The experience

Join our dynamic hostel team in beautiful Caparica, just 15min away from Lisbon! We're looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to assist at our vibrant beachfront hostel. Help out at reception, support our manager Gabi with daily tasks, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of surf camps and social events. This is the perfect opportunity to experience life by the ocean while gaining hands-on hospitality experience.

What you offer

25 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

2 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.

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.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

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

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

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

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

Fluent English

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

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Volunteering with the hostel manager Gabi, you will assist in the daily operations and help ensure a smooth guest experience. You'll handle reception duties, support check-ins and check-outs, some housekeeping activities and contribute to maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.

No prior experience in hospitality is required—what matters most is a positive attitude and willingness to help. Whether you're new to the field or simply passionate about making people feel at home, your contributions will play a vital role in enhancing our hostel’s community spirit.

Activities & Shift

Our shift schedule here is as dynamic as the coastal lifestyle we embrace. You'll find yourself navigating a variety of experiences, at various hours, but don't worry, this ever-changing schedule not only keeps things exciting but also allows ample time to indulge in the plethora of activities we offer our volunteers. When you're not on shift, you'll have the freedom to immerse yourself in our array of complimentary activities, including rejuvenating yoga classes, invigorating pilates sessions, heart-pounding boxing workouts, exhilarating spinning classes, and of course, surf lessons to ride the waves of Caparica's renowned coastline. Embrace the flexibility of our schedule and make the most of every moment spent in this dynamic coastal haven.