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Description
We are a family owned and run winery in the heart of the Chianti region. Originally from Switzerland my parents moved to Badia a Passignano in 1990 were they pioneered sustainable agriculture and later organic wine making.
In 2019 me and my wife Stephanie joined the adventure and together we are now shaping the future of our winery. Next to our wine & olive oil production we have a small agriturismo and just recently started our "Locanda". The Locanda is a small restaurant/wine bar with accommodation.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
During your stay you will be immersed in the Tuscan culture, starting from agriculture all the way to the typical local cuisine. You will learn a lot about wine making, presenting & tasting. Language wise you will be exposed to Italian but also have the opportunity to interact with our international guests.
Of course your work will be compensated according to usual general Italian standards.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
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Help
We are looking for a person to work as a custodian at our newly renovated and just opened Locanda. The work is seasonal and would be related to our small restaurant activity and guest accommodation.
Possible tasks may include but are not limited to: waitressing, working in the restaurant kitchen, welcoming & check-in/out holiday guests, looking after them during their stay, give access to suppliers outside of business hours.
We provide an apartment, where you can stay for free, and the payment for your work will be according to the given Italian tariff based on your capabilities and previous experiences.
Italian language skills and an availability of 6month or longer would be ideal.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a whole apartment on site you can stay in. The apartment (1.5rooms) is newly refurbished and comes with a kitchen, living/dining room, bathroom with shower and a sleeping room. The rooms have air condition and a good WiFi connection.
What else ...
We are in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, the place is reachable on asphalted roads, nevertheless a car is indispensable.
In your free time you can visit on of the nearby historic cities like Florence, Siena and San Gimignano or explore the many different wineries in the well known Chianti Classico.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
between 11am and 9pm
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We recently finished our season at the Locanda here and, looking back, we can't help but feel very lucky to have had this experience. We… read more
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We recently finished our season at the Locanda here and, looking back, we can't help but feel very lucky to have had this experience. We… read more
