FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-in Motel Management/Maintenance Couple Team - Hood River, OR

Looking for a mature, reliable, personable, and trustworthy couple to be a management/maintenance team to manage a 22 unit fully renovated motel.This is a great opportunity with very few out-of-pocket expenses. We also provide a bonus based on performance and growth. Live and work in a motel in the beautiful Northwest tourist town of Hood River, Oregon.

We are looking for TWO persons to work TOGETHER as a TEAM. This is NOT a one-person job. Please do not inquire unless you have a partner to help in all aspects of the job.

Resumes for both parties must be submitted together for consideration!

Requirements:

• Full-time, year-round, live-in position(s).  This job requires a self-motivated couple with energy, ability to multi-task and willingness/personality to interact with guests and staff.  Ideally, one person should have good maintenance skills while the other should have housekeeping and/or front desk experience.
• Non-smokers and no pets.
• A valid driver’s license is required for at least one person of the couple.
• Experience in the Lodging Industry is preferred but not required.
• Both parties must pass background check and drug test.
• Please note: We have a zero-tolerance policy for drug use and will be performing a urinalysis prior to hire, including possible random drug screens during employment.

          Maintenance duties include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain interior and exterior of property. 
• Clean and shampoo stairs, hallways, common areas, etc. as needed.
• Manage hiring appropriate professionals when needed (plumbers, electricians, etc.).
• Keep grounds maintained, grass watered and mowed, bushes trimmed.
• Clean gutters, including some snow removal in winter if needed.
• Perform repairs, paint and help with upgrades to the property.
• Regular rooms and lobby maintenance.

           Front office duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage all elements of the front desk – answering phones, taking reservations, checking guests in and out and assisting guests.
• Manage OTA (Booking.com and Expedia.com) reservations.
• Hiring, managing and possibly training staff.
• Follow all state and federal employment laws.
• Inspecting and maintaining rooms and ensuring that quality standards remain intact.
• Manage staffing schedule
• Manage Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Booking, Expedia, Google reviews on a daily basis.
• Manage all direct billing invoicing and receivables.
• Manage monthly OTA reconciliations (Booking.com & Expedia.com and Motel website).
• Maintain daily deposits.
• Manage motel on budget.
• Provide daily reporting to owners.

          Hours:

• At least one member of the team MUST be onsite 24 hours per day, 5 or 6 days a week.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• The motel lobby hours are 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.

                 Note: There is a night bell and check-in window available for added safety and after-hour guests.

    Benefits of employment:

• NO BILLS!
• 2-bedroom apartment - FREE!
• Utilities and Laundry – FREE!
• Internet, Cable and Phone – FREE!
• No travel expenses getting to and from work
• One week – PAID VACATION!
• One or two days off per week (negotiable)

*Paid training is provided, and the positions will receive a full-time salary. Salary will be based upon experience.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-In Assistant Management Couple - Atlanta area, GA

Hawthorn Senior Living, a gracious retirement community for active seniors is now hiring for an Assistant Management Couple for the Atlanta area.

The successful candidate couple must have a passion for serving older adults with proven customer service and strong management/supervisory skills to assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of our retirement community. If you’ve always wanted to work together and would like to make a positive difference in our residents’ lives, please apply!

We offer a competitive salary starting at $60,000 to $70,000 per year depending on location. However, each person will be paid their own individually portion of the aforementioned salary, paid time off, insurance benefits, housing, meals, utilities and the chance to make a difference in the lives of our seniors.

Overall Job Purpose:
Working hand in hand with the Community Managers as a team to ensure that we obtain and hold 100% resident happiness, 100% financial occupancy, 100% on budget with a 100% trained and motivated staff.

Minimum Job Qualifications and Requirements:
• Be able to work as part of a team with the Managers and the Chef to provide a great living environment for our residents and a safe and motivating work atmosphere for our staff. To support the Managers in the day-to-day operations of the Community.
• Willingness and ability to live on-site in an assigned apartment.
• Prior management experience including operational and financial experience in managing employees, customer service, purchasing, payroll and accounts payable/receivable.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff.
• Ability to keep all business, operational and resident information confidential.

Our residents deserve the best so we are seeking people who understand hospitality, integrity and compassion. We are dedicated to bringing in the right person for the job, therefore if relocation is necessary, we are willing to assist. 

We do pre-employment background checks, employment verifications, and reference checks. Hawthorn Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Cabins at Historic Columbine - Clark, CO

The Cabins at Historic Columbine was originally established as a gold mining town in the late 1800’s. We are a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. We operate as a resort with 14 historic cabins and an authentic general store.

We are in search of a couple, or two very compatible individuals to share housekeeping, general store, food trailer, reservation office and maintenance duties for 25 to 35 hours per week starting in mid-May for year round employment or seasonal summer positions are available as well. Compensation includes will start at $15.00 per hour and a full hook up rv spot is included. 

Our general store is open daily with traffic from our guests as well as tourists visiting the local state parks or hiking the numerous trails in the area. Our cabins are all unique and range from a single room with no bathroom to 3 bedrooms with multiple bathrooms. We have a modern lodge with restrooms, showers, and a gaming area that includes pool, ping pong, and foosball. The property also includes a commercial kitchen that is available to rent for events and gatherings. We cut and split all of our firewood from the property and surrounding area. Beyond housekeeping and maintenance, our summer project goals include, but are not limited to: staining cabins; remodeling cabins, building an interpretive historic hiking trail; updating and expanding landscaping and vegetation around the property; and forest cleanup including felling trees and splitting wood.

The ideal candidates should enjoy living remotely in the mountainous outdoors. Housekeeping of our cabins is a significant portion of the duties and our cleaning standards are high.  Attention to detail is key.  Excellent guest/people skills are required, along with the ability to work with a small number of seasonal and resident staff.  We are located at an elevation of 8,700 feet and duties are physically demanding. 

Getting Here and Getting Around

The Cabins are located 29 miles northwest of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. We request that you have your own reliable transportation. It is a 45-minute drive to the closest major grocery store.

For Fun

North Routt County is an outdoor enthusiast paradise. Hiking, biking, fishing, standup paddleboarding, and kayaking are just a few on the opportunities in the area. We are located just minutes away from some of the most amazing parks and wilderness areas in Colorado: Steamboat Lake State Park, Pearl Lake State Park, Hahns Peak Lake, the Zirkel Wilderness, and Routt National Forest. Steamboat Lake is one of three lakes in Colorado to carry a gold medal designation for fishing. For off-roading enthusiasts, we have direct access from our property to hundreds of miles of 4x4 trails in the Routt National Forest.

Steamboat Springs is a quaint ski town with great restaurants and interesting shops.  There are weekly rodeos, local festivals, free concerts, farmers markets, and many other events throughout the summer.

Culture & Atmosphere 

The Cabins at Historic Columbine is a small, family owned business located in the Routt National Forest and at the base of Hahns Peak. We are small and remote yet busy during the summer months and throughout hunting season.

We are laid back, mountain people who love providing an enjoyable vacation for those wanting to escape to the wilderness.

Our mission is to preserve the historical charm of Columbine while providing an unforgettable guest experience.

We are completely off grid for all guests – they come to “unplug and unwind” and enjoy Colorado at 8,700ft. 

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-in Maintenance Tech/Interiors Couple on Private Island - Exumas, Bahamas

Live-in Maintenance Tech/Interior Couple, Private Island in the Exuma Family Islands, Bahamas.

Prefer a friendly, energetic couple that is seeking a multi-year position. Both of these positions require physical, hands-on work, non smokers preferred.  

This position is full time, on island 41 weeks per year with 11 weeks paid vacation.

The ideal candidates are flexible, innovative, dependable, in good physical health, and experienced working for a discerning family. They must be team players, self-directed, hardworking, efficient, and keenly aware of owner expectations and directions. They must have excellent communication skills, be computer literate, possess a positive attitude and have the ability to multitask. Confidentiality is key to this position as well as exceptional attention to detail.

For the Maintenance position, a strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of diesel generators, reverse osmosis saltwater desalination, electric golf carts, boats & watercraft, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, and basic pool/spa care are the key ingredients to success for this position.  For the Interiors position, knowledge in housekeeping practices, laundry/ironing, product inventory and UHNW guest services are needed, limited guest interraction. You will help oversee housekeeping staff, making sure that current standards are kept to the owner's expectations. Training will be provided by the Island's Managing Couple, with whom you will work with and report to on a permanent basis.

A small, 1 bedroom furnished apartment is provided including utilities and a competitive salary/benefit package. 

Transportation is provided to and from the island.

Both individuals must be prepared to live and work on a private island that offers stunning views, private beaches and a remote location. English fluency is required for this position and a thorough background and reference check will be conducted.

If you are challenged with a drug or alcohol problem, please do not apply for this position. 

This job does not allow for children or pets. 

Along with your resumes/CV, please submit a recent photo.

Yacht Engineers/Chief Stew Couples looking to settle in are encouraged also to apply. 

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live in Hotel Innkeeper Couple Beautiful mid-Coastal Maine Vacationland - Rockport, ME

Great established couples job in coastal Maine easy transition, turnkey set up! Delightful 17 key renovated boutique roadside hotel in heart of mid-coast Maine "vacationland". Year round property along Penobscot Bay (not waterfront) has heated pool, 15 rooms/suites plus 2 poolside luxury RVs and Manager house/office. Outbuildings have ample storage. (Close to shopping, restaurants, activities, hospital, services.)

This charming artsy boutique hotel is a throw back and chic!  Rooms only property is just minutes from Rockport Harbor, Camden and Rockland & has excellent Reviews (5 star!), Trip Advisor Awards, growing revenues. Additional properties run from here are a newly renovated luxury Inn next door (3 en suites) and 3 Acadia National Park Region unique stays (AirBB/VRBO): a downtown Bar Harbor 1 BR condo, a 4 BR harborside Captain's House (circa 1860/renovated) on Schoodic Bay/Corea Harbor and a seasonal only  "glamping" PUMA RV 'retreat" with private beach. (Handyman and maid turnover help in place in Acadia region, part time housekeeping help and contract help in coastal location).

Salary base + 1% gross guaranteed bonus, other discretionary bonuses possible (with min. guarantee), dogs allowed in manager home ( NO CATS), 4 weeks paid vacation, 401K set up. Ideal for marketing oriented couple with frony experience & handyman/repair skills. Must be able to turn rooms and manage housekeeping PT help. Part of a small group of New England boutique hotels (Cape Cod Mass, North Conway NH) all with track records. (Benefits include free stays at other properties.) Spacious renovated Manager house (Partially furnished): 1st floor has large kitchen, dining, living and small BR/office plus full bath , 2nd floor has 2 BRs and jack&jill baths. Garage for tool storage. Business Truck on site with property- managers must both be licensed drivers with good track records.  Start: ASAP. Reservation system ResNexus--AirBB, must have computer skills (apple)/social media posting, RV experience a plus. Outgoing Innkeepers moving to new state: have left binders and operating booklets and property in immaculate condition! Ipad provided for remote check ins when off property.