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Preparation and organization of the breakfast bar.
Restocking of foods, drinks, and utensils.
Guest service during breakfast.
Taking and delivering orders in the restaurant.
Sales support and recommendations from the menu.
Cleaning and organizing the service area.
25 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
2 days off per week
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.
Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
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.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
Between 18 and 45 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Be from outside Peru
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Welcome to Viajero Huacachina!
Our exchange program offers you the opportunity to experience life in a beautiful desert oasis, meet travelers from around the world, and become part of our multicultural team.
Schedule and Working Conditions
- Weekly schedules are assigned according to operational needs and may include morning, afternoon, or evening shifts.
- Your arrival day is always a day off. You will not be assigned a shift on your check-in day.
- You may be scheduled to work on your last day of the exchange, depending on operational needs and your departure arrangements.
Meals and Breaks
Breakfast and lunch are included as part of your exchange benefits.
If you wish to take a meal break during your assigned shift, the time spent eating must be made up at the end of that same shift.
For example, if your shift is scheduled to finish at 4:00 PM and you take a 20-minute lunch break, your new finishing time will be 4:20 PM.
Meal breaks taken during working hours are not counted toward the 25 weekly exchange hours.
Benefits
- Shared accommodation.
- Breakfast and lunch included.
- 2 complimentary drinks per working day.
- 20% discount on beverages.
- 30% discount on food.
- Free accommodation at other Viajero Hostels, subject to availability and prior coordination.
- Discounts on local tours and activities.
- Discounted laundry service.
- 2 days off per week to explore Huacachina and its surroundings.
Teamwork and Responsibilities
We value punctuality, responsibility, personal hygiene, teamwork, respect, and a positive attitude.
All participants must respect and follow the hostel's internal rules and policies.
Our goal is for you to enjoy Huacachina, develop new skills, make unforgettable memories, and contribute to creating amazing experiences for our guests!
Your main responsibilities include:
- Setting up and organizing the breakfast station.
- Replenishing food, beverages, and supplies.
- Welcoming and assisting guests during breakfast.
- Taking food and beverage orders in the restaurant.
- Delivering orders and assisting guests with their requests.
- Learning our menu and recommending food, drinks, and promotions.
- Cleaning and organizing tables and service stations.
- Supporting the restaurant team during busy periods.
This position combines breakfast service and restaurant service. Depending on operational needs, you may be assigned to either area.
Shifts may include mornings, afternoons, or evenings.
You will work 25 hours per week, with 2 days off.
At Viajero Huacachina, we want everyone to enjoy a safe, respectful, and positive experience.
By joining our exchange program, you agree to follow these rules:
1. Punctuality and attendance are mandatory. You must respect your assigned schedule and inform your supervisor in advance of any issues.
2. Maintain good personal hygiene, wear appropriate clothing and closed-toe footwear during your shifts, and follow the hygiene standards of your assigned area.
3. Treat guests, staff, and other exchange participants with respect, kindness, and professionalism.
4. Alcohol consumption or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs during shifts is strictly prohibited.
5. Drugs are strictly prohibited on hostel premises.
6. Alcohol consumption inside shared bedrooms is not allowed.
7. External visitors are not allowed in shared bedrooms, and intimate activities in shared rooms are prohibited.
8. Avoid excessive noise during resting hours and respect everyone's personal space.
9. Excessive cellphone use, eating at the bar, or leaving your assigned work area without permission is not allowed during shifts.
10. Follow instructions from team leaders and complete your assigned responsibilities.
11. Exchange participants must respect the hostel's facilities, equipment, and shared spaces.
12. If you decide to leave the program early, please provide at least 5 days' notice.
13. Serious violations of our rules may result in immediate termination of the exchange. In such cases, participants will have up to 3 days to leave the hostel, subject to applicable safety requirements.
We encourage open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
Remember, this is a cultural exchange where everyone contributes to creating a great experience for our guests and our team!
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
