Jake

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I am currently

Description

Hi!
I’m Jake — originally from Chicago and currently living in Minneapolis, MN. I’m passionate about travel, cultural exchange, and all things food and cooking.

My friends would describe me as sunny, easy-going, kind, witty, and curious. I’m a people person at heart - I love connecting with others and learning their stories. Some of my favorite ways to spend time are getting lost in hands-on work: cooking for friends, throwing pottery, gardening, fly fishing, playing cello, or dancing.

Professionally, I work in healthcare, where I’m motivated by projects that make a real difference in people’s lives. Personally, I’m Sicilian-American and have long dreamed of one day having a small farm with olive trees, figs, and grapevines.

Through Workaway, I’m hoping to gain experience in farming, cooking, and local food traditions — and to build genuine connections by helping families care for their land and daily life. I’m excited to learn, lend a hand, and be part of something meaningful. Looking forward to connecting!

Interests

Movies & TV

Self development

Sustainability

Politics / Social justice

Fashion or beauty

Farming

Events & social

Culture

Performing arts

Music

Languages

Gardening

Cooking & food

Yoga / Wellness

Outdoor activities

Sailing / Boating

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Dancing

Fitness

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Beginner

More details about my language interests
Would love the opportunity to practice and learn more Italian!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Being an elderly companion

Gardening

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Some knowledge of:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

Practical / Personal:
Gardening — I’ve helped with everything from weeding and watering to pruning, harvesting, and soil testing
Cooking & baking — I love making just about anything and sharing good food with others
Manual labor — comfortable with physical work like harvesting crops, landscaping, and general outdoor tasks
Bringing people together — I enjoy creating community, whether it’s through dinner parties, picnics, grill-outs, or group trips

Professional:
Data analytics (my day job!)
Research and writing
Consulting and problem-solving
Mentoring others and working on teams
Helping people work through conflicts and find common ground

Age

32

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements