Being one of the poorest countries, Nepal is supremely popular for its tourist attractions, landscape and culture. Nepal is a home to eight of the world’s highest mountains, the country has diverse landscape, wildlife and history. Nepal hosted 1,173,072 tourists in the year 2018 alone. Travelers from around the world come to look, trek, climb or throw themselves into the fast developing range of adrenaline sports that Nepal has to offer.
Tourism and hospitality industry is undergoing a decent growth in Nepal. However, there are not enough skilled people to fulfill the requirements of the overflowing tourists. In the absence of skillful people, it has become difficult for hotels and restaurants to prosper and maintain high quality services. Therefore, hotel and hospitality schools are in desperate need for volunteers with skills in the field of cooking, baking and overall hotel management. In collaboration with our partners in busy Kathmandu, VIN has developed the opportunity for you to become a part of tourism in Nepal.
The major goal of Hospitality Management Volunteer Project is to enhance the traditional hospitality management approaches and diversify the prospects of tourism in Nepal. VIN has developed the Hospitality Management Volunteering Project, offering you the opportunity to gain experience in the hospitality industry, while experiencing the rich texture of Nepal. This projects aims to share and develop knowledge of the hospitality industry across continental boundaries and fund our core work in marginalised communities. Moreover, the volunteers will be able to gain international experience that will increase their employ-ability with hotels, airlines, travel providers, tourism agencies, and other employers in the sector.
As a hospitality management volunteer, you will have a chance to work alongside tour and trekking companies, hotels and resorts and observe the prospects of tourism in Nepal. You will be learning your trade and sharing your existing experience in an established hotel or restaurant. You can work in Hospitality Management Project in Nepal as a volunteer or intern. We have carefully planned the experience to ensure that you and our partners get the best from your time and efforts. You will be carrying out one or more of the following activities during you placement:
- Assist the cook in cooking/baking
- Introduce new recipes and train the cook
- Provide training and mentorship to the students
- Conduct sessions on how the existing techniques can be enhanced for a better result
- Work on the front desk of a hotel/resort
- Customer service
- Develop quality charter, hygiene and safety norms.
- Supervision and coordination of departmental tasks
- Work as a waiter, waitress, bar tender or room service
- Escort tourist for sightseeing or for city walk
Project Specific Skills
- Good communication skills
- Multitasking and attention to detail
- Compliance training
- Prior experience in Culinary or Hospitality Management is a benefit
Desirable/ Common Skills
- Excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills
- A team player with good workethics
- Time management and leadership qualities
- Adaptable, flexible and able to work under pressure
- Accepting of different ideas and culture
- Problem solving: always be part of solutions than part of a problem
- Creative
- Positive attitude
Requirements
- Gender: Female / Male
- Minimum Age: 18+ years (16-17 years old person can volunteer but need to present parents’/ guardian’s consent letter)
- Language:English (Intermediate)
- Educational:High School Graduate
Your Experience/ Setting
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), you will receive a warm welcome and be transported to your hotel or hostel. If you are already in Nepal before the start of your placement, we can make alternative arrangements for you. You will undergo a comprehensive two- to three-day induction program after arrival. This induction will provide valuable information about your project and general information about the Nepalese language, culture, health, safety, and security. It is also an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow volunteers and interns who can become your companions for sightseeing and a source of support throughout your volunteer placement.
During the induction period, you will be accommodated in a budget hotel or hostel arranged by VIN. However, most of the VIN experience involves living with a Nepalese host family. While this immersion is essential for a complete experience, we understand that it can be challenging as you adapt to a new culture and adjust to facilities that may be more basic than you are accustomed to. Don’t worry; all our host families have experience accommodating volunteers, although their English-speaking abilities may vary. Also, you will have 24-hour access to our staff members for support and assistance throughout your placement.
Volunteers will be assigned to one of VIN’s working areas, which include Tarakeshor Municipality in Kathmandu, Taluwa, Thulachhap, and Bhadaure in Okhaldhunga, and Okharpouwa and Kaule in the Nuwakot district. While at the working site, volunteers are requested to bring their lunch box, water bottle, safety gear, face mask, and any other essential belongings. We advise volunteers to dress comfortably and modestly, preferably with long sleeves. Please get in touch with us for guidance and support if you want to raise project funds or collect project-specific resources. This will help the community a lot.
Schedule and Commitment
You will work five to six days a week, up to six hours per day. You may propose your preferred time and hours; however, the working time period will be dependent on the institution you have been placed. A minimum of 2 weeks’ time commitment is expected of a volunteer. The longer you commit; the better impact you can make. You should be willing to commit a certain amount of your free time and energy, show a lot of commitment and be a good listener. You are expected to work constructively and co-operatively maintaining good reputation and standards at all times. Volunteer should abide by relevant security concerns and access procedures. Moreover, you should be receptive and positive to performance appraisal, advice and feedback. Throughout your placement, you will have the full support of VIN. Your safety is our highest priority.
Your typical day might look like this:
| 07:00-08:00 | Tea/Leisure Time |
| 08:00-09:00 | Breakfast/Brunch (Nepali meal – Daal-Bhaat) |
| 09:00-13:00 | Working hour |
| 13:00-14:00 | Lunch (Packed lunch) |
| 15:00-17:00 | Working hour |
| 17:00-20:00 | Preparation for next day/Leisure time |
| 20:00-21:00 | Dinner (Nepali meal – Daal-Bhaat) |
You will receive a clear and concise on-the-job instructions, course of action, context of work and policies/strategies before your placement begins. You will be provided with ample of guidance and support throughout the placement with trainings / onboarding sessions incase necessary. You will be in a constant communication and regular check-in with the VIN volunteer coordinator. VIN aims to maintain a culture of continuous feedback between the volunteer supervisor at the placement to monitor the performance of the volunteer and ensure the project delivers desired outcomes.
In case of an emergency, you may contact one of our Volunteer Coordinators who will be available anytime for your assistance and support.
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Mid and Long Term Volunteers:
2 weeks minimum stay- € 350
3 weeks – 450€
4 weeks – 550€ (after 4th week, for each additional week €85)
University Internships:
4 weeks minimum stay- € 650 (for each additional week – €95
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Our projects are open year-round, and our inductions begin on the first and third Mondays of each month. We would like to ask that volunteers arrive one day before the start of the induction. You can choose the duration of your participation based on your available time. However, so that you know, our volunteering placements are limited. We highly recommend booking your placement in advance to secure your placement. Click here to apply.
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