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Reception, Cooking & Housekeeping Volunteer Positions

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4.0 / 5Student rating
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2019Year established

Program Overview

We are recruiting volunteers for our hostel in Costa Rica. Positions (for preferably monthly stays) are available through April 2026. Volunteers work 5 hours/day 5 days/week. Compensation for volunteers are air conditioned dorm room accommodations and 3 meals (vegetarian). We are located in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Our hostel features 25 bungalows in a tropical environment near several Pacific coast beaches. Our facilities include a restaurant and two swimming pools. The hostel is five minutes east of shops in downtown Quepos, Costa Rica.

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Program Highlights

International destination
Team members from diverse global locations
Ecologically diverse setting (Pacific beaches, tropical environment)
Accommodations convenient to shops and attractions
Room and board and access to swimming pools

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Training
Laundry
Job Placement

Quick Details

Location
Costa Rica
Starts AtNo Program Costs
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
  • Multiple Year
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Culinary Arts & Cooking
  • Hospitality
  • Resort
  • Spanish
  • Tourism
Causes:
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Cooking
  • Volunteer Management
  • Women
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Updated Dec 10, 2025

Program Details

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Locations

  • Costa Rica

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Duration: 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Multiple Year

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Language: Spanish
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Application Procedures

  • Resume

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks, Summer, Multiple Year

Starts At

No Program Costs

Salary & Compensation

Room & board and access to facilities.

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Darshini RamjeetMauritius · December 2025

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Hello. I am currently working as support teacher in the ministry of education however I'm looking for another job with better prospects. Please contact me if there are any jobs positions that meet my requirements. Hope to hear positively from you.

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