Join our team and keep the hostel amazing🌵
The experience
We are looking for a responsible, organized person with good energy to help us with cleaning and housekeeping tasks at the hostel. The activities include cleaning rooms, bathrooms and common areas, making beds, keeping spaces tidy, and collaborating with the daily general tasks. We value responsibility, attention to detail, and a good attitude. You will have free time to enjoy Huacachina, meet travelers and the dunes.
What you offer
30 hours of help per week
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.
Cooking:
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
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.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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
Requirements
Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English
Between 18 and 55 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
The program consists of helping 5 days per week, with shifts of 6 hours per day and 2 days off per week. The schedules are rotating and can vary according to the needs of the hostel.
The tasks will be focused mainly on cleaning and organizing the rooms, bathrooms and common areas, making beds and collaborating with the necessary domestic tasks to keep The Upcycled Hostel clean, comfortable and welcoming.
We are looking for responsible, organized people with a good attitude. You will have your 2 days off to rest, get to know Huacachina, explore the dunes, enjoy the oasis and live an incredible experience in Peru.
Rules
1. Respect the schedules and shifts: Shifts are 6 hours long, 5 days a week. It is important to be punctual and to give advance notice if any inconvenience arises.
2. Good attitude: We aim to maintain a pleasant and respectful environment among volunteers, guests and the team. We do not tolerate disrespect, discrimination or mistreatment.
3. Responsibility: During the shift, the assigned tasks must be carried out with commitment and attention, especially at reception and bar.
4. Care of the spaces: We all must help keep the hostel clean, tidy and in good condition.
5. Respect for the guests: The privacy, tranquility and safety of our guests are a priority.
6. Responsible use of the facilities: Volunteers can enjoy the common areas, but they must take care of them and leave them clean after using them.
7. Alcohol consumption: Drinking alcohol during the shift is prohibited. Outside of working hours, it should be done responsibly and respecting the hostel environment.
8. Communication: If you have a problem, question or need to change a shift, talk to us. We always prefer open and direct communication.
9. Rest: The 2 days off per week will be respected. During the days off you can enjoy Huacachina and organize your activities as you prefer.
10. Teamwork: We help where needed and we treat ourselves as part of the same team. Collaboration and good vibes are essential.