About Jodanga Backpackers
Jodanga is the hostel that I manage – more information at www.jodanga.com or email me. This job is not strictly a volunteer position but those interested in volunteering in Santa Cruz may be interested in this role as a way to reduce their cost of living while working on another volunteer project.

The Work
We are looking for a volunteer/backpacker to work in the Jodanga hostel poolside bar. The work would be 4-5 nights a week (nights will vary but it will definitely include Friday and Saturday) hours would be 5pm til 11pm on quiet nights, and finishing at 1am on busy nights.

The work would include the making and serving of drinks purchased by guests with drinks tickets in the bar (you would not be working with cash). Other items on our menu include coffees, fresh juices etc. You may be asked to assist in the preparation of any BBQ dinners or lunches held at the hostel. The bar area must be kept tidy, clean and organised during and at the end of your shift.

Some nights you may be bored as hell as no one wants to drink but you still have to be in the bar until the end of your shift – lucky we have Cable TV and music connected out there for these nights! Other nights will be stressful as lots of people want lots of different things from you at the same time. You should be prepared for and able to handle both of these situations.

Level of Spanish Required and Minimum Volunteer Periods
You will speak English and have at least a basic level of Spanish (or be learning and almost there). The minimum work period is 4 weeks, we prefer to hire someone working on another volunteer project in Santa Cruz but this is not essential. Bar or waiting experience is desirable or not essential.

Costs or Inclusions
We request only a very very low per night fee (heavily discounted on our advertised price) to cover your costs of staying in the hostel. It will include accommodation in dormitory, breakfast daily, free internet access and access to all hostel facilities (kitchen, lounge, cable TV etc). We will also consider discounts or freebies on services for the right candidate If you choose not to stay at the hostel – we will pay a small salary.

Apply
Send enquiries to lauren@jodanga.com. Include your reason for interest in the role and the period of time you can work.