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We are a couple who run our small but growing business in Langkawi, Malaysia using an online rental platform. This consists of a number of villas/guesthouses in two different locations, both with their own charm and scenic surroundings.
We have lived around the world and enjoy meeting people and making friends from different cultures and parts of the world. We are passionate about travelling, music, food and all the wonderful things that the world offers.
We take great enjoyment in welcoming guests from all over the world to our property!
We are looking for someone to be here for at least one month.
Couples are welcome.
Gardening
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
By living in Langkawi, and in the area of the guesthouse, you will be exposed to all the amazing things that the local Malaysian culture offers. During your free time, enjoy the nature, many beaches, waterfalls and eateries of the island located within just minutes drive from the guesthouses. In addition, you get to stay in a place surrounded by amazing nature and views!
This position is ideal for someone who is looking to stay and work in a beautiful, tranquil guesthouse in a scenic part of Langkawi. You can learn and experience the lifestyle of the local community thereby exposing yourself to the unique local culture and traditions of Malaysia and Langkawi Island.
We are looking for a friendly and responsible person or couple to help and be part of our family members at our beautiful and peaceful guesthouses. The person must be service minded and with good communications skills, and with the ability to interact in a multi-cultural community setting.
Most of the guests that we receive are very easy going and friendly travelers from all over the world. Some relevant experiences is also a plus.
The helping hours are flexible, however it is important to cater to the guests and their needs when required.
Responsibilities:
- Receive guests (check-in/check-out)
- Helping with some tasks in the garden and at the guesthouse
- Day to day guest enquiries
The following is required
- English is mandatory.
- Driver's license is necessary and experience riding a scooter is a plus.
Our local staff consists of 2 cleaners and 1 gardener, as well as local and external suppliers.
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Persian (Farsi): Fluent
Malay: Fluent
Sami: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
We have guesthouses in 2 locations, so we are always looking for helpful volunteers at one of the following locations:
Kuah: At this location, you will be staying in a private studio with an en-suite bathroom. It is overlooking a beautiful sea view in a local village in Kuah town.
Cenang: Here, you will be staying in private studio unit with an en-suite bathroom. It is located in a charming village with close access to Cenang beach and rice paddy fields.
We will provide our volunteer with a motorbike, so that you can explore the beauty of the island on your free time.
We also provide our volunteer with a local SIM card with monthly high speed Internet data (8 GB). Please note that there is no unlimited WiFi available in the studio units.
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
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Two
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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