Beachfront Bartending with Kactus's growing Community
The experience
Kactus is a growing, off-grid community built on human connection.
Working on our Kactus bar you are the hub to our guest experience. This is where our guests order everything they need throughout their stay. Working with nothing but endless sea and trees as your view is idyllic. That and the fantastic multinational team you are guaranteed to make friends here.
What you offer
24 hours of help per week
Bartending:
Make and serve drinks and help maintain the beverages inventory.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 45
Per week
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description:
Kactus is a living and growing community, with the decrease in tourism we have opened the window to more volunteers wishing to experience co-living and expanding oneself off-grid on this beautiful island. The fees is to contribute to your nourishments, the constant upkeep and improvments that kactus undergoes, and to making sure our Khmer staff is paid each and every month.
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.
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.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
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.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Yoga classes:
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes:
Take free dance classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies:
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Beginner 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
This program is for those who want to experience the reality of island living from the eyes of our bar, to be part of a community and help evolve Kactus. With our volunteering if you choose to stay for less than 1 month we do request a financial contribution for your accommodation, This can be in the dorm or a private bungalow depending on what you choose. Main meals and activities are covered by Kactus.
If you choose to stay longer then more benefits unlock/ acommodation is covered by us.
hours for this role is 24. if you wish to work extra hours (every 4 hours extra gets you an extra discount) of your bill.
**activities:**
Activities & Shifts
Bar: Welcoming guests and assisting them with the food and beverage needs. You will be crafting coffees, smoothies, other drinks at the bar.
The Daily Flow: Assisting with guest questions and daily flow, organizing the various spaces, and keeping the grounds tidy.
F&B Support: Through our low season you will help the kitchen team bring food to the table.
The Balance: You are encouraged to join the 7+ hours of daily workshops we have available. This is including Yoga, Arts, Jewelry making and meditation. We want our staff and volunteers to have a healthy balance.
Personal Time: With 1km of beach and a whole island to explore, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy time on your own or with new friends.
**rules:**
Dry Shifts: Absolutely no drinking while on shift. We stay sharp and professional when representing Kactus.
Honesty System: We use a trust-based system for the bar and fridge. Any discrepancies impact the entire community’s sustainability.
Solar & Water Discipline: We are fully off-grid. Be mindful of your water use and every watt of solar power used.
Team Vibe: We operate as a family. This means showing up on time, respecting the schedule, and looking out for one another.
Activities & Shift
**Activities & Shifts**
Bar: Welcoming guests and assisting them with the food and beverage needs. You will be crafting coffees, smoothies, other drinks at the bar.
The Daily Flow: Assisting with guest questions and daily flow, organizing the various spaces, and keeping the grounds tidy.
F&B Support: Through our low season you will help the kitchen team bring food to the table.
The Balance: You are encouraged to join the 7+ hours of daily workshops we have available. This is including Yoga, Arts, Jewelry making and meditation. We want our staff and volunteers to have a healthy balance.
Personal Time: With 1km of beach and a whole island to explore, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy time on your own or with new friends.
**rules:**
Dry Shifts: Absolutely no drinking while on shift. We stay sharp and professional when representing Kactus.
Honesty System: We use a trust-based system for the bar and fridge. Any discrepancies impact the entire community’s sustainability.
Solar & Water Discipline: We are fully off-grid. Be mindful of your water use and every watt of solar power used.
Team Vibe: We operate as a family. This means showing up on time, respecting the schedule, and looking out for one another.
Rules
Dry Shifts: Absolutely no drinking while on shift. We stay sharp and professional when representing Kactus.
Honesty System: We use a trust-based system for the bar and fridge. Any discrepancies impact the entire community’s sustainability.
Solar & Water Discipline: We are fully off-grid. Be mindful of your water use and every watt of solar power used.
Team Vibe: We operate as a family. This means showing up on time, respecting the schedule, and looking out for one another.