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Help with maintenance at an inn in the heart of Arraial D'ajuda

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The experience

The Berimbau Inn is looking for a person who enjoys getting hands-on, is willing to handle small repairs, and likes taking care of the gardens and the inn's spaces. If you enjoy working outdoors, learning new things, and contributing to keeping a beautiful, organized, and well-maintained environment, this opportunity could be for you!


What you offer

4 hours of help per day

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens


What you get

1 day off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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

Fluent Portuguese or Beginner English

Between 20 and 40 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

At Pousada Berimbau, we are looking for a volunteer to help us keep our spaces beautiful, organized, and running smoothly. The experience is ideal for those who enjoy manual work, contact with nature, and getting your hands dirty.
During volunteering, you will be part of the inn's routine, mainly helping with the maintenance of the spaces and garden care. No professional experience is required: we mainly value willingness, responsibility, organization, and a desire to learn.
In return, you will have the opportunity to experience the routine of an inn, meet new people, and contribute to a welcoming environment full of nature.


Activities & Shift

Main activities:
- Gardening and plant care;
- Watering, pruning, and organizing the gardens;
- Cleaning and maintenance of outdoor areas;
- Painting and small touch-ups;
- Minor repairs and maintenance;
- Organization of materials and tools;
- Support in other tasks related to the inn's conservation.
Shift:
- 6 days per week
- 4 hours per day
- From 10:00 to 14:00
- 1 day off per week, previously agreed with the team.
Activities may vary according to the inn's needs and daily conditions, respecting the agreed working hours.


Rules

Adhere to the hours and schedule agreed;
Be responsible with tasks;
Take care of the tools, materials, and the inn's infrastructure;
Keep the spaces used organized;
Respect guests, volunteers, and the whole team;
Notify in advance of any unforeseen issues or difficulties;
Follow safety guidelines during the activities;
Have a collaborative and respectful attitude;
Respect the inn's house rules.