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Vegan Retreat Cook & Kitchen Helper (Summer Season)

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The experience

We’re seeking a Retreat Cook and Kitchen Helper for our summer retreats! You’ll be responsible for cooking vegan meals according to our pre-planned menu, preparing food, and maintaining a clean kitchen. You'll cook for groups of 15-40 people and will always have at least one person helping you. There’s also room for your creativity, so feel free to suggest new dishes, create delicious spreads, and add your personal touch! If you’re passionate abo

What you offer

30 hours of help per week

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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

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

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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.

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 English

Over 20 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

What Can You Learn Here?

Beyond practical skills like construction, cooking, and gardening, you’ll gain valuable experience in communal living. We work together as a team, share responsibilities, and learn from each other. Weekly sharing circles provide space for reflection, personal growth, and strengthening group dynamics. If you want to improve your communication and organizational skills while exploring sustainable and community-oriented living, this is the perfect place!

What Awaits You?

✨ Simple but cozy accommodation in the heart of nature
✨ A beautiful outdoor sauna with a view of the garden and starry sky—perfect for unwinding after a fulfilling day
✨ Evenings around the campfire with music, games, and shared experiences
✨ An open and welcoming atmosphere where you can learn, experiment, and contribute your ideas
✨ Delicious vegetarian/vegan meals prepared together

If you feel drawn to this special place and want to be part of its new beginning, we’d love to hear from you! 😊

Activities & Shift

- Cook vegan meals according to the pre-planned menu
- Prepare ingredients and assist with food prep
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
- Cook for groups of 15-40 people, ensuring meals are served on time
- Work with at least one kitchen helper for support during meal preparation
- Suggest new dishes and experiment with creating delicious spreads, dips, and sauces
- Ensure meals are healthy, delicious, and visually appealing
- Clean cooking utensils, equipment, and kitchen surfaces after use
- Assist with serving meals and clearing up after meals
- Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction
- Participate in team meetings to discuss daily tasks and needs

Rules

Just a heads-up: while the position you’re applying for will be your main role, we do expect everyone to stay flexible - tasks can change depending on what’s most needed at the time.

Even more important to us is creating a real community vibe. That means working together as a team and sharing daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, watering, and keeping the place running smoothly. These community tasks are part of your volunteer hours - not something extra.