Friendly face to help us with breakfast

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers: 16 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 15 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

The Experience

Are you a hard-working people person with a friendly face? Did you work in a kitchen position before or are you a talented hobby chef? Join our small, super friendly volunteer team and help us to cook a nice and nourishing breakfast for our guests.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent Spanish
Between 18 and 50 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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22 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

16 Meeting international travelers
15 Get in touch with nature
14 Practicing English
12 Meeting locals
8 Immersing in the local culture
6 Developing environmental awareness

Mona

Germany

I've had a blast volunteering at the hostel for 4 weeks. The hostel's a very accommodating host, providing a comfy tent and nice shared facilities. Working hours and tasks were exactly as agreed and I appreciated the open communication. I very much enjoyed making breakfast every day in such a relaxed, laid-back environment and can recommend everyone to come and stay in this tropical paradise!

4 months ago

Carlos

Mexico

The hostel feel like Home! It was my first volunteering, and was amazing, the hostel & staff was amazing, so thanks Nadja a Delphine for the opportunity. The Hostel is a two blocks of the beach, and you have all near! I would come back every time!

8 months ago

Delphine replied

Thank you for your kind words Carlos! We miss you at the hostel and can't wait for your return.

Lara

France

My experience at the hostel was amazing! Holbox island is a little paradise If you're in charge of activities, the job is pretty straightforward : you organise activities, and besides that you have to make sure the guest have a good time and gather them all together. You have to work autonomously so if you have any questions or you need help don't hesitate to ask. the hostel as really great vibes. It will make you feel part of a family. The staff and others volonteers are amazing people. You sleep in a tent, which means you have your own personal space, even if it can be hot sometimes

9 months ago

Delphine replied

Thank you Lara! It was a true pleasure to have you on our team and we miss you already.

Tori

United States

Volunteering at the hostel was a beautiful experience. I learned and grew so much while I was here. Holbox is an AMAZING island with everything you need. The work is simple and straight forward no matter what job you have. I will miss this place so much and I thank everyone that made this experience so special. If you have the chance to live in a tent on an island in Mexico, I 100% suggest you take it ❤️Gracias Gracias Gracias!

12 months ago

Delphine replied

Thank you for your kind words Tori! It was a pleasure meeting you and having you on our team. Thank you for always going above and beyond and for your positive vibes and energy. We miss you already and wish you nothing but the best.

Amelia

United Kingdom

Holbox is an amazing island and I would recommend anyone to go visit if you love the beach and camping (since you'll be sleeping in a tent)! It is a little more expensive than the rest of Mexico, so be prepared for that. As for the hostel, the team I worked with was amazing, and the hostel was a really chill atmosphere. However, multiple times I felt disrespected by management and I was blamed for things that were out of my control. Aside from that, it was a great experience!

10 months ago

Delphine replied

Dear Amelia,
I'm really glad you had such a great time in Holbox and got along well with the team! I apologize for making you feel disrespected and appreciate your feedback - this is not how I would ever want to make someone feel.
Unfortunately, already on the first day, it became evident that you had strongly exaggerated your kitchen experience. Guests and other team members often complained about the quality of work and over time it became unsatisfying that certain mistakes were repeated.
Still, your outgoing personality contributed to a great atmosphere at the hostel and I'm sorry we didn't get off on the right foot. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors and great onward travels.
Best regards,
Nadja

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