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Travelling
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I grew up on a farm and ranch, joined the military, and became a chef. So, I work hard. Love animals, and was raised among them. Love good people, with no unnecessary drama.
My next destination:
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Description
I'm a vaccinated cook traveling the world to learn its flavors and traditions, in order to become a better Chef. I love languages, foods, people and new experiences wherever I find them!
Interests
Water sportsWritingWinter sportsSustainabilitySelf developmentSailing / BoatingPhotographyNatureMusicMovies & TVOutdoor activitiesMountainLanguagesHitchhikingHistoryHikingGardeningFitnessFarmingEvents & social
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
Arabic: Beginner
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping around the house
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Languages
More details about your skills
Cooking and linguistics
Age
44
What else ...
I grew up on a farm and I love traveling and learning everything I can about cultures and traditional foods.
I like working my hours, but not being taken advantage of. This has happened several times, and occasionally, I've had to draw a firm line. I'm not a clock watcher, and I don't mind a little more time than planned, but I'm not going to work 40 hours a week.
I love life, and living it. I hope to meet you soon!
"I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list!"
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Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
Curtis stayed with us for a period of 2 months and spent the majority of this time helping at our newly opened beach side resort. He worked alongside our brilliant managers and fabulous local team here as part of our 'work family'. Curtis focused his time on looking at creative ways to improve our restaurant menu as well as our coffee menu. He… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Join us at our new ...)
This has been one of my highlight places over the years of Workaway. Meals everyday, decent room, usually with AC unless the hotel is full or in brownout, diving, snorkeling, dolphins, turtles, whale sharks, sardines, people from everywhere, and an extremely friendly and respectful staff.
Not without its hiccups while opening, the management… read more
Not without its hiccups while opening, the management… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Helping us with maintenance ...)
This was by far the nicest I have ever been housed, once in a villa, and the second in the hotel itself, over looking the sea.
Vlasta and Ljubo are gracious, patient, and straight forward hosts. The island life, itself, is quiet out of season, and as any tourist destination, hectic during. The kitchen are bar are usually busy, but once the… read more
Vlasta and Ljubo are gracious, patient, and straight forward hosts. The island life, itself, is quiet out of season, and as any tourist destination, hectic during. The kitchen are bar are usually busy, but once the… read more
(Very good
)
11 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
Curtis was a brilliant addition to our workaway team ! He came at the perfect time when we were all getting a bit bored of our food and he happily brought his skills to the table and cooked some lovely meals. He was always very passionate about kitchen work, and often worked longer than needed so he could finish a job to a high standard.
Even… read more
Even… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Outdoor adventures in ...)
I regret needing to leave this place. I would have liked to have stayed longer when they invited me to, but I already had plans...
The owners are a Brit and a Nord. Ian is serious, clear and precise in his instructions and in carrying out his daily jobs, but always ready to see the humor of a moment, and Karina is always smiling, very relaxed and… read more
The owners are a Brit and a Nord. Ian is serious, clear and precise in his instructions and in carrying out his daily jobs, but always ready to see the humor of a moment, and Karina is always smiling, very relaxed and… read more
(Excellent
)
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5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
Curtis stayed with us for a period of 2 months and spent the majority of this time helping at our newly opened beach side resort. He worked alongside our brilliant managers and fabulous local team here as part of our 'work family'. Curtis focused his time on looking at creative ways to improve our restaurant menu as well as our coffee menu. He… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Join us at our new ...)
This has been one of my highlight places over the years of Workaway. Meals everyday, decent room, usually with AC unless the hotel is full or in brownout, diving, snorkeling, dolphins, turtles, whale sharks, sardines, people from everywhere, and an extremely friendly and respectful staff.
Not without its hiccups while opening, the management… read more
Not without its hiccups while opening, the management… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Helping us with maintenance ...)
This was by far the nicest I have ever been housed, once in a villa, and the second in the hotel itself, over looking the sea.
Vlasta and Ljubo are gracious, patient, and straight forward hosts. The island life, itself, is quiet out of season, and as any tourist destination, hectic during. The kitchen are bar are usually busy, but once the… read more
Vlasta and Ljubo are gracious, patient, and straight forward hosts. The island life, itself, is quiet out of season, and as any tourist destination, hectic during. The kitchen are bar are usually busy, but once the… read more
(Very good
)
11 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
Curtis was a brilliant addition to our workaway team ! He came at the perfect time when we were all getting a bit bored of our food and he happily brought his skills to the table and cooked some lovely meals. He was always very passionate about kitchen work, and often worked longer than needed so he could finish a job to a high standard.
Even… read more
Even… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Outdoor adventures in ...)
I regret needing to leave this place. I would have liked to have stayed longer when they invited me to, but I already had plans...
The owners are a Brit and a Nord. Ian is serious, clear and precise in his instructions and in carrying out his daily jobs, but always ready to see the humor of a moment, and Karina is always smiling, very relaxed and… read more
The owners are a Brit and a Nord. Ian is serious, clear and precise in his instructions and in carrying out his daily jobs, but always ready to see the humor of a moment, and Karina is always smiling, very relaxed and… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
It was our pleasure to have Curtis helping us out at the dive center. He is a hard worker and great cook. He will treat your business like it's his own. Thanks Curtis for staying with us this spring and save travels!
(Very good
)
9 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Looking for some help in Dive ...)
Amr and Carmen were a pleasure to get to know and work with. Hard working, organized and not overly occupied with the number of hours you work, you'll often find yourself learning the areas near the Red Sea, or the skills necessary for Scuba.
The hotel upstairs boasts a restaurant, as well as a very nice pool, so relaxation is never more than… read more
The hotel upstairs boasts a restaurant, as well as a very nice pool, so relaxation is never more than… read more
(Very good
)
12 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Experience our family ...)
Ofer and his family are very inviting, kind and generous. Of all the hosts I've had, they were the most of those things.
There were things I felt were slightly misrepresented, and so I must, in good conscience, address those.
1. Your Private Bathroom - It's an outdoor toilet with a sink. Not fun in the cold rain.
2. You share the actual… read more
There were things I felt were slightly misrepresented, and so I must, in good conscience, address those.
1. Your Private Bathroom - It's an outdoor toilet with a sink. Not fun in the cold rain.
2. You share the actual… read more
(Very good
)
12 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Come help us and enjoy a ...)
Hugh has a big heart, an energetic dog, a lovely guest house for you, and usually some good wine about! As he was there at the same time, my need to walk Casper was diminished, and luckily I could pay my way as a cook!
The village is lovely, small, safe, and very nice to walk around when there aren't hunters!
The village is lovely, small, safe, and very nice to walk around when there aren't hunters!
(Very good
)
9 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Stylish hostel in central ...)
This is one of the most chill workaways EVER. The hostel is well located, near a plethora (yes, I know what a plethora is) ((sorry, if you've never seen the Three Amigos, you won't get that joke...)) of restaurants, a VERY large park, within 200 meters of the local football stadium, and across the street from one of the taxi stands in the area. … read more
(Excellent
)
9 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Come and help us while ...)
Zoya is very driven, and likes to get work done, which are two things I can relate to. Her mother was also funny, and nice to be around! She gave me a list for the two coming months, and I finished it mostly within 5 days. I had previously wanted to stay 3 weeks, but at that point, it seemed like a good time to go and see some new country. … read more
(Good
)
24 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Help out at a family-run ...)
This was my third workaway. The chef/owner was so relaxed with my schedule, he kind of allowed me to make my own decisions where and when to help. He also allowed me to do a 12 course tasting at his restaurant, and was beyond kind and generous.
His staff was also a wonderful group, not speaking much English, but clearly showing a lot of… read more
His staff was also a wonderful group, not speaking much English, but clearly showing a lot of… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Curt)
Curtis is a positive person, full of energy ,he can adapt to new situations,loves to try new things, very creative with lots of ideas in kitchen .
Thank you Curtis for your time with us ,was great time ,
Hope all the best for you
And thank you for choosing us
Thank you Curtis for your time with us ,was great time ,
Hope all the best for you
And thank you for choosing us
(Excellent
)
31 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Come and join our ...)
This was such an excellent place to be! It was my second workaway, and I was very content with the experience. I was able to work outdoors in the sun, cook, serve, and basically do whatever I wanted to. Free time was spent with the new colts, in or by the pool, and as always, in the kitchen learning new foods. Thank you Jamal and Titul! This… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jun 2016
Left by host (Help with land clearance and ...) for Workawayer (Curt)
It was a great pleasure to welcome Curt into our home. In terms of work, he was everything we could have hoped for and more. He worked longer hours than expected and did everything we asked to the highest standard. He went out and found extra tasks and did those too. He's also a fantastic chef and so make sure you give him free reign in your… read more
(Excellent
)
25 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Curt) for host
(Help with land clearance and ...)
This was my first Workaway experience. These guys took me on last minute, as another host had postponed for a week. When the weather cooperated, I helped outdoors, and when not, I was pointing and varnishing wood. I was well fed, well looked after, entertained daily, and had my own cottage. I showed up as a traveler and ended up with two… read more
(Excellent
)
