HI - Truro in Truro, MAPrint
Originally a Coast Guard station, Hostelling International Truro is the furthest hostel out on the "arm" of Cape Cod. Located in the Cape Cod National Seashore, the hostel is just a five-minute walk from the beach. Large picture windows provide a breathtaking view from the spacious kitchen and dining area. The hostel also provides quick access to fresh water ponds, bike paths, cranberry bogs, and nature trails throughout the National Seashore. Just ten miles down the road, a traveler can explore the great town of Provincetown. Provincetown is a mecca for artists. There are numerous art galleries and craft shops. To dine here is a gourmet's dream. And then there are all those quaint shops. If you are real hard to impress you ....
Originally a Coast Guard station, Hostelling International Truro is the furthest hostel out on the "arm" of Cape Cod. Located in the Cape Cod National Seashore, the hostel is just a five-minute walk from the beach. Large picture windows provide a breathtaking view from the spacious kitchen and dining area. The hostel also provides quick access to fresh water ponds, bike paths, cranberry bogs, and nature trails throughout the National Seashore. Just ten miles down the road, a traveler can explore the great town of Provincetown. Provincetown is a mecca for artists. There are numerous art galleries and craft shops. To dine here is a gourmet's dream. And then there are all those quaint shops. If you are real hard to impress you can go whale watching with the best fleets in the world or just take a walk on the trails through the dunes and marshes.
Check in time is between 12 Noon and 10pm. You must be 18 years or older or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Note: If you are not already a member of Hostelling International, you may buy a temporary membership for $3/day at the hostel.
Please note that the maximum number of nights that you can stay is 14 nights in any calendar year.
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No groups, no curfew, no lock-out...just sun and fun!
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Attractions
- Beach nearby
- Cultural centre nearby
- Hostel with a difference
- Hiking trails nearby
- Historical sites nearby
- Museums/art galleries nearby
- Nightlife nearby
Facilities
- Cultural centre nearby
- Basic store available at or near the hostel
- BBQ at or near the hostel
- Common room(s)
- Credit card accepted
- Discounts and concessions available
- Family rooms available
- Individual traveller welcome
- Rates include local tax
- Self-catering kitchen
- Sheets in price
- Smoking room/area
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From Provincetown or Hyannis: Take Plymouth and Brockton bus to Truro Center post office and walk to hostel. Or drive and take Truro Center/Pamet Road exit off US-6. Follow signs to end of North Pamet Rd., 1.5 miles east. Hostel is on right.
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Location
111 North Pamet Rd. Take Truro Center/Pamet Road exit off US-6. Follow signs to end of North Pamet Rd., 1.5 miles east. Hostel is on right.
Bus
Take Plymouth and Brockton bus from Boston or Hyannis. Get off at Truro Center Post Office. Follow signs to North Pamet Rd.
Airport
Boston/Logan Airport: 130 miles. Cross Sagamore Bridge onto Cape Cod, and take US-6 to Truro Center/Pamet Road exit. Follow signs to end of North Pamet Rd., 1.5 miles east. Hostel is on right.
Hostel Staff at HI - Truro posted 2009-12-23
Hostel Staff at HI - Truro
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, checking people in and out; using a cash register and handling cash and credit card transactions; setting up breakfast (no cooking); answering phones and replying to emails; processing reservations via phone, email, online reservation system, and in person; answering loads of questions about what to do, where and when; entering data in the computer using excel; sometimes helping with housekeeping and laundry; minor maintenance, like unplugging a toilet; welcoming groups; acting as social director....all while having fun!
Daily housekeeping tasks may include, but are not limited to: laundering lots of sheets and towels, making beds, washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen including the refrigerators, sweeping and/or vacuuming, mopping all bathroom and kitchen floors, emptying garbage in rooms, bathrooms and kitchen, dusting, washing windows, cleaning the bathrooms including sinks, showers and toilets everyday, and keeping all common areas looking neat.
Responsibilities
- Qualifications Must Have: ? High School degree and/or equivalent work experience in a hostel, is required. College coursework in business management or hospitality management preferred. ? Must be flexible regarding work schedule: must work evenings, early mornings, holidays and weekends. ? Hostel, retail and/or front desk experience which required cash handling and processing of credit card transactions. ? Computer skills (Windows OS, Microsoft Office and QuickBooks) ? Must be fully ambulatory as the position involves climbing stairs and/or walking on unpaved, rough ground. ? Must be able to lift weights up to 25 pounds ? Ability to work effectively without immediate supervision Desired: ? Property management system experience particularly if with ASSD. ? Hospitality, guest services and/or public relations experience. ? Additional experience in one or more of the following areas: cleaning, building, maintenance, bookkeeping, reservations, and/or supplies purchasing. ? Live-in work experience preferred. ? Knowledge of a second language.
Reports to: Hostel manager
Salary, Benefits, and Hours
Compensation based on experience, reduced cost housing is provided, flexible hours: full time (40 hours per week) and part time positions available.
Starts June 14, 2010 and ends September 10, 2010
To Apply
Submit cover letter with either resume or application (call or pick up at office) to:
Bob Sylvia, Director of Hostel operations
HI-Boston
12 Hemenway Street
Boston, MA 02115
Or email to: Gm@bostonhostel.org
For more information on the hostel, visit www.capecodhostels.org.
Send letter of interest and resume to:
Bob Sylvia, Director of Hostel Operations
HI-Boston
12 Hemenway Street
Boston, MA 02115
HI-ENEC is hiring hostel staff for all of our Cape Cod and Island seasonal hostels at:
HI-Martha's Vineyard
HI-Nantucket
HI-Mid-Cape
HI-Truro
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Last updated 2009-12-23
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