Lodging & Grounds Assistant | Volunteer Center Sint Maarten

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A experiência

Join Vicky's Keys Volunteer Center in tropical Sint Maarten! We seek enthusiastic volunteers to assist with cleaning, painting, kitchen help, and gardening at our eco-friendly agri-tourism hub. Experience Caribbean culture while developing skills in sustainable living.

Available: Nov 2025-June 2026 Stay: 4-12 weeks Age: 18+

Includes: Shared accommodation, meals during workdays, WiFi, and amazing beach nearby!

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Como você ajuda

6 horas por dia

Pintura e Decoração: Ajude a pintar ou redecorar espaços internos e externos.

Ajuda na Limpeza: Ajude a limpar cozinhas, quartos, banheiros e outros espaços.

Ajudante de Cozinha: Ajude a preparar, finalizar e servir refeições.

Jardinagem: Ajude a plantar, regar e cultivar jardins.

Taxa extra necessária

Valor: US$ 150 Uma única vez

Valor destinado a: Benefícios para os voluntários, Materiais para as atividades dos voluntários e Doação para o projeto

Descrição: US$ 100 is for donation to Vicky's Keys for activity materials and contribution to using the volunteer center utilities (Water/Electricity/Gas/Internet) and US$ 50 is a deposit required by the Volunteer Center that functions as a security deposit in case you damage anything or lost your room key during your stay. If you haven't damaged anything or lost your room key then you will be reimbursed US$50.

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O que você ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto da equipe: Você terá uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irá dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

Café da manhã: Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Almoço: Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Descontos em tours: Ganhe descontos em tours ou passeios pela cidade.

Lavanderia gratuita: Você pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Trilhas de graça: Te levamos para fazer excursões e trilhas pela cidade. De graça!

Bicicletas à vontade: Use nossas bikes à vontade, quando quiser.

Carona na chegada: Te buscamos na sua chegada a cidade e damos uma carona até aqui.

Curso de Permacultura: Participe gratuitamente do nosso curso de permacultura.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Certificado: Ganhe um certificado de conclusão quando for embora.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidade básica para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglês Fluente

Tem que ter pelo menos 18 anos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários

Curso da Academy Como ser um worldpacker extraordinário

Passaporte da União Européia

Visto ou cidadania dos Estados Unidos

Seguro viagem

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

1. Application & Selection
- Apply through Worldpackers.com platform
- Initial screening and video interview
- Confirmation and placement scheduling
- Pre-arrival information package

2. Duration & Scheduling
- Program runs November 2025 - June 2026
- Flexible entry dates within this period
- Minimum stay: 4 weeks
- Maximum stay: 12 weeks
- Work schedule: 6 hours/ per day
- 2 days off per week

3. Work Areas & Responsibilities
- Facility Maintenance
• Cleaning common areas and guest spaces
• Painting and decoration projects
• Basic repairs and upkeep

- Kitchen Support
• Food preparation assistance
• Kitchen cleaning
• Inventory management

- Gardening
• Maintaining garden areas
• Basic agricultural tasks
• Composting

4. Accommodation & Benefits
- Shared room in volunteer housing
- Meals provided during workdays
- WiFi access
- Access to common areas
- Beach proximity
- Cultural exchange opportunities
- Learning sustainable living practices

5. Support Structure
- Direct supervision by Lodging & Facility Operations Team Leader
- Weekly team meetings
- Orientation and training provided
- Regular feedback sessions

6. House Rules & Expectations
- Respect quiet hours
- Maintain clean living spaces
- Follow sustainability guidelines
- Participate in community activities
- Adhere to safety protocols

7. Learning Opportunities
- Sustainable agriculture practices
- Eco-tourism operations
- Caribbean culture immersion
- Facility management skills
- Team collaboration
- Environmental conservation

8. Program Completion
- Certificate

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Atividades & Turnos

MORNING SHIFT (7:00 AM - 1:00 PM)

• 7:00 - 7:45: Early Morning Setup
- Facility walkthrough
- Quick clean common areas
- Breakfast prep assistance
- Set up dining area
- Coffee station setup

• 7:45 - 10:15: Breakfast Service Period
- 7:45 - 8:00: Final breakfast setup
- 8:00 - 10:00: Assist with breakfast service
- Maintain dining area cleanliness
- Clear tables & assist guests
- 10:00 - 10:15: Begin cleanup

• 10:15 - 10:30: Break

• 10:30 - 1:00: Morning Tasks
- Complete breakfast cleanup
- Deep clean common areas
- Start laundry
- Garden maintenance
- Prepare for afternoon tasks

📅 AFTERNOON SHIFT (1:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

• 1:00 - 3:00: Main Tasks
- Facility maintenance
- Painting projects
- Garden work
- Storage organization

• 3:00 - 3:15: Break

• 3:15 - 5:00: General Duties
- Common areas cleaning
- Complete laundry
- Minor repairs
- Garden watering

• 5:00 - 7:00: Evening Tasks
- Kitchen deep clean
- Prep for next day's breakfast
- Final facility walkthrough
- Secure all areas
- Set up morning prep station

Weekly Task Focus:
• Mondays: Deep cleaning
• Tuesdays: Garden focus
• Wednesdays: Maintenance projects
• Thursdays: Storage & inventory
• Fridays: Weekend prep
• Weekends: Rotating schedule

Notes:
• One 15-min break per shift
• Tasks rotate between volunteers
• Guest service is priority
• Schedule adjusts for events/weather
• Morning shift focuses on guest experience
• Afternoon shift focuses on maintenance

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Regras

Accommodation Rules:
• Quiet hours: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Keep personal spaces tidy
• No unauthorized overnight guests
• Respect shared spaces and others' privacy
• Follow cleaning roster for shared facilities
• Report maintenance issues promptly
• Energy-conscious: turn off lights/AC when leaving(!!)
• Lock doors and windows when leaving

Work Ethics:
• Be punctual - arrive 5 mins before shift
• Wear appropriate work attire
- Closed-toe shoes required
- Clean, presentable clothing
• Follow safety protocols
• Report any accidents/incidents immediately
• Communicate schedule changes in advance
• Complete task checklist daily
• Attend weekly team meetings

Professional Conduct:
• Maintain professional boundaries with guests
• No smoking during shifts
• No phone use during work hours except emergencies
• Represent Vicky's Keys positively
• Maintain confidentiality
• Follow chain of command for issues
• Practice sustainable habits

Community Living:
• Participate in community meals when scheduled
• Respect cultural differences
• Support fellow volunteers
• Keep noise levels considerate
• Clean up after yourself in common areas
• Follow recycling and composting guidelines
• Contribute to positive atmosphere

Health & Safety: • Report any illness immediately• Follow COVID-19 protocols if applicable • Use provided safety equipment • Keep emergency contacts updated • Know evacuation procedures • Maintain personal hygiene • Stay hydrated during work

Grounds & Facilities:• No alterations to rooms without permission • Report broken/damaged items • Use tools and equipment properly • Return items to designated storage

Consequences: • Verbal warning for minor infractions • Written warning for repeated issues • Program termination for serious violations