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Housekeeping Department

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The experience

We are seeking committed and enthusiastic volunteers to join our dedicated cleaning volunteer program. If you are an organized, proactive individual with a collaborative spirit, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of our hostel and provide a pleasant experience for our guests.
Some hours of help a day and that's it, you will be free to enjoy the rest of the day!

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate Portuguese

Between 18 and 38 years old

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

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The program seeks dynamic helpers, with a proactive attitude. People who feel confortable been part of a Hostel enviroment. Those who have an adventure spirit and open-minded perspective.
We like to underline that our hostel will become your house too, so we expect a special attention to cleaning details, we do try to keep it clean on a permanent basis.
We can provide accommodation, breakfast and also participate of our night events.


Important: Your activities will generally be at our Hostel Hostellicious, however you will be staying at Hostel Casa d'Alagoa, which is about a 7-minute walk away.


Activities & Shift

Activities: Cleaning, desinfection and organizing beds, rooms, bathrooms, kitchen and commom areas
Shifts: 10 am to 3 pm / 11 am to 4 pm / 6:30 pm to 23:30 pm


Activities are normally divided between Housekeeping, Assistant of Dinner's and Events that take place at the Hostel, such as the BBQ, which takes place every Saturday (from March to September).

🧹 Housekeeping Activities:
Tidying up and cleaning rooms and beds;
Changing and arranging bed linen and towels;
Check and replace essential items in rooms, such as toilet paper and soap;
Vacuum, sweep and always maintain the organization of all areas of the Hostel;
Sweeping and cleaning corridors, reception and common areas;
Taking care of the organization and hygiene of the guest kitchen and living room;

🍽 Dinners and BBQ's activities:
Set up and organize the tables before dinner starts;
Ensure that the cutlery, plates and glasses are available and well positioned;
Assist with table setting and decoration, if necessary;
Assist in assembling some dishes if necessary;
Welcome guests in a friendly manner and guide them on how dinner works;
Serve drinks and dishes as instructed by the Chef;
Help clarify doubts about the menu and dish ingredients;
Remove plates and glasses from tables as guests finish their meals;
Clean and organize tables after dinner is over;
Ensure the kitchen and the lounge space remains clean and organized;
Create a pleasant environment by talking to guests in a kind and friendly manner;
Contribute to a welcoming experience, making dinner a special moment.

Kitchen:
Keep the kitchen clean and organized before, during, and after shifts.
Wash dishes, utensils, and work surfaces.
Follow hygiene and food safety regulations.
Properly separate waste and collaborate with recycling, if applicable.

Rules

After 11 pm is not allowed drinks and music in the outside areas.
The kitchen close at 11 pm and open at 6 am.
Follow the schedule and finish all the duties
Maintain a professional and respectful attitude towards guests and colleagues.
Follow the hygiene and safety standards established by the hostel.
Respect schedules and complete tasks with dedication.