Apply Now

🌏 Chill Hostel Helper in Hualien: Evening Shifts Only!

5.0
(13 reviews)13

The experience

Help at our cozy hostel in Hualien from 5–10PM, 5 days/week! Tasks are super easy: welcome guests, show them around, chat, and organize game or movie nights. Lights out at 9:55PM—your daytimes are totally free to explore Hualien! In return, we offer a comfy bed, local breakfast, and a super friendly vibe. Perfect for social travelers!

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Night Shift: Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.

Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.

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.

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

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.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate Chinese or Fluent English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

At Dumbo Hostel, we believe travel is about connection. As a volunteer, you'll become part of a social, easy-going environment that welcomes long-term backpackers from around the world. Your main role will be helping out at our front desk in the evening, creating a warm and friendly first impression for guests. We provide a clean, comfy bed in a shared dorm, local Taiwanese breakfast every day, and plenty of time during the day to explore Hualien’s nature, culture, and food. If you enjoy chatting, organizing casual events like game or movie nights, and want to meet amazing travelers—this is the place for you!

Activities & Shift

Shift hours: 17:00–22:00, 5 days per week

What you’ll do:

Greet and check in arriving guests

Introduce hostel facilities and neighborhood (we’ll provide a map & tips)

Chat with guests in the common area and help them feel welcome

Organize casual activities like game night (Switch/board games), movie night, or even a group visit to the night market

Help close the common area by 21:55

It’s a chill role with minimal workload—some nights you’ll just hang out or read a book if guests aren’t around.

Rules

Be on time for your shift (5 PM sharp)

Keep a kind, respectful attitude toward guests and team

Lights out in the common area at 21:55—if guests are still chatting, kindly remind them to turn off the lights afterward

Let us know in advance if you need a day off or to swap shifts

Keep shared spaces clean and tidy

Minimum stay: 2 weeks

If no guests show up—you’re free to use the time as you like