Maintenance & Kitchen Assistant at a Private Nature Reserve🌳
The experience
We are looking for a responsible, proactive, and positive person to join our team at a private nature reserve located in the Los Tuxtlas region of Veracruz, Mexico.
Your main responsibilities will include helping with the general maintenance of the property, keeping common areas clean and organized, assisting with light gardening and outdoor tasks when needed, and supporting our kitchen with basic food preparation, dishwashing, and organizatio
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Farming:
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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.
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 Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Beginner Spanish
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Our volunteer program is based on cultural exchange, teamwork, and respect for nature. You will become part of a small team helping maintain a private nature reserve surrounded by jungle, mangroves, a lagoon, and the sea.
In exchange for your help, you will experience a unique natural environment, meet travelers from different backgrounds, and learn about sustainable ecotourism and daily life in a protected area. We value initiative, responsibility, and a positive attitude more than previous experience
Activities & Shift
Your daily activities may include:
General maintenance of the property and common areas.
Basic gardening and outdoor cleaning.
Assisting in the kitchen with food preparation, dishwashing, and organization.
Helping keep workspaces clean and welcoming for guests.
Supporting the team with other light tasks when needed.
Tasks vary from day to day, creating a balanced routine with time to enjoy the surrounding nature and local culture.
Rules
Be respectful toward the team, guests, and the natural environment.
Arrive on time and complete assigned tasks responsibly.
Keep shared spaces clean and organized.
Communicate openly if you have questions or need assistance.
Treat wildlife and the reserve with care and follow all environmental guidelines.
A positive attitude, teamwork, and mutual respect are essential for a great experience for everyone.