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Volunteers become part of a family-run open kitchen beside a protected natural spring, supporting low-waste cooking and small community meals (5–10 guests). Tasks include local market visits, food preparation, caring for shared spaces, and helping maintain our spring area. This role suits independent travelers who value slow living, sustainability, and cultural exchange.
20 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Amount: US$ 11 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: To help sustain our small family-run space, we ask for a contribution of $11 per day. This supports shared accommodation (bunk bed room), breakfast, utilities (water, electricity, WiFi), and the ongoing maintenance of our natural spring conservation area. Kebon Tamantirto is not a commercial business but a small community-based initiative, and this contribution helps us keep the experience intimate and sustainable for everyone.
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.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner Indonesian or Beginner English
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Volunteers contribute around 20 hours per week (3–4 hours per day) with 2 days off. The schedule is flexible depending on activities and small guest gatherings.
Tasks may include visiting the traditional morning market, assisting with food preparation in our open kitchen, setting up shared meals for small groups (usually 5–10 people), light cleaning of common areas, simple garden care, and helping maintain our natural spring conservation area.
We value initiative, respect, and a calm attitude. This is a family home and community space, not a commercial restaurant or party hostel. Some days are active, some are quiet — flexibility is important.
In exchange, we provide shared accommodation (bunk bed room), breakfast, WiFi, cultural exchange, and hands-on experience in small-scale sustainability and traditional cooking. We ask for a contribution of $11 per day to support accommodation, utilities, and conservation maintenance.
This experience is best suited for travelers who appreciate slow living, meaningful connection, and simple village life.
Shifts are usually 3–4 hours per day, 5 days per week (20 hours total). Schedule may be morning or afternoon depending on activities and guest days.
Possible Daily Tasks:
Visit the traditional morning market (selected days)
Assist with food preparation in the open kitchen
Set up shared dining area for small gatherings (5–10 guests)
Wash dishes and help clean common spaces
Simple garden care and watering
Help maintain the spring and surrounding area
Support small cooking or fermentation sessions (when scheduled)
Some days are more active, especially when we have visitors. Other days are slower and focused on maintenance or preparation.
We work together as a team in a relaxed environment — communication and flexibility are important.
As you will be staying in our family home, mutual respect is very important.
• No smoking inside the house or balcony
• No parties on the property
• No drugs or excessive alcohol
• Quiet hours after 10:00 PM
• Our toilet is a dry system — please keep it clean and dry
• Keep shared spaces tidy after use
• Always ask before using personal items or entering private areas
• Inform us in advance if you need schedule adjustments
We value open communication, cultural sensitivity, and respect for local traditions and nature. This is a calm village environment, and we aim to create a peaceful and comfortable space for everyone.
