Hotel Management Couple Needed for Independent Hotel - Fergus Falls, MN

SUMMARY: We are seeking a couple to live onsite and coordinate daily operations of our 30-room hotel to ensure highest standards for cleanliness, quality, and guest service. Our hotel is a newly remodeled, independent hotel in the beautiful lakes town of Fergus Falls, MN, right off I-94. The summer is our busy season, when travelers flock to our town for abundant outdoor recreation activities. We are open year-round. 

The ideal candidates will be positive, energetic and knowledgeable of hotel operations. Must be hands on in all aspects of the day to day operation with the focus on excellent customer service and exceptional guest experience. Must have flexible schedule and able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. You will live onsite in the 1BR owner's suite, also newly remodeled. Minimum 1 year employment agreement after a 2-week trial period.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greeting guests.
• Ensures that all areas of the hotel are properly cleaned and ready for guests' arrival.
• Anticipates and assesses guests' needs and responds in a courteous and professional manner.
• Plans for, shops for, and prepares breakfast for all guests daily. (no cooking required)
• Responds to inquiries, answers phone calls, makes reservations, monitors and manages reservations.
• Communicates with ownership and/or maintenance to report maintenance and/or repair needs.
• Monitors and maintains proper inventory of all supplies; cleaning, kitchen, guest toiletries, etc.
• Ensures housekeeping supplies are well maintained.
• Manages and assists in all housekeeping duties.
• Inspects rooms and all common areas on a daily basis and promptly addresses any and all issues that may be present.
• Develops, implements, and maintains deep cleaning schedules.
• Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
• Trains, supervises, motivates, and develops receptionist and housekeeping staff when necessary and manages workflow.
• Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote and recognize performance. • Keeps up to date on overall activities, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
• May also have marketing responsibilities online, via phone, and in person.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years related experience or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates
• Commitment to excellence and high standards

• Ability to work with all levels of management and subordinates
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items up to 30 pounds
• Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Housekeeper & Maintenance Team Member (Housing or RV Site provided) - 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 through the end of October. Compensation includes housing and will start at $15.00 per hour ($13.75 per hour with a $1.25 per hour bonus paid at the end of the employment period). Year-round employment optional. 

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. Opportunity exists to transition into a winter caretaker role.

Housing

A fully-furnished studio apartment with loft sleeping area, bathroom, kitchenette, and laundry facilities is provided. Bed linens, pillows, towels and all utilities are included. Pet friendly. Damage deposit required.

In Lieu of housing, we have a RV site with full hookups available.

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.

Private RV Resort Manager/Caretaker Couple - Kelowna, BC

We are a privately owned resort based in the beautiful Okanagan Valley in search of a Full-Time Resort Caretaker/Manager Couple.

Duties will include ;

Hiring & Training of seasonal staff for retail and fuel dock operations

Basic bookeeping working in conjunction with our resort bookeeper

Front end operations including taking and managing reservations for our on-site cabin rentals

Basic maintenance and groundskeeping

Janitorial including the cleaning of cabins on turnover and attending to the onsite facilities of the resort

Opening/Closing duties of the resort

A Complete job description will be sent to to review for successful candidate

This position comes with a full benefit package and also includes a Caretakers residence with utilities included as part of the taxable

compensation package.

We are looking to fill the position ASAP , Please enquire via email with any questions regarding the position.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Home Parents - Waco, TX

JOB SUMMARY 

Home Parents care for and supervise youth in placement and implement the MCH model of care in homes on the assigned residential campus. Home Parents who work in the Independent Living program supervise adults ages 18-25. Home Parents must exhibit the intellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth who have behavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmental delays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires respect and compassionate understanding for the youth in care and the ability to balance the need for nurture and structure in the work with youth. Home Parents must have the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with youth and coworkers, effectively communicate with others, solve problems and regulate their own behavior in all situations. Home Parents must maintain a healthy value system, including moral and ethical behavior consistent with the agency's mission and core values.   

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Learn and effectively use the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) model of care, along with other evidenced-based trauma informed models.
• Develop a relationship with each youth in care and proactively teach self-regulation techniques and acceptable ways to give and receive care.   
• Know and teach youth the MCH Life Skills.
• Use the IDEAL approach to discipline and appropriately intervene with youth who exhibit inappropriate behaviors or who need assistance in regulating their behavior.
• Respect the rights and personal belief system of each child in care. 
• Work independently and in cooperation with other child care staff to provide a safe, clean and orderly home for youth that is in compliance with applicable licensing and accreditation standards.   
• Supervise youth in care to ensure their safety and well-being and adjust the level of supervision according to the circumstances and needs of the youth. 
• Ensure youth have the appropriate clothing, shoes, personal care supplies, and hygiene items needed for grooming, including encouragement and coaching on maintaining good hygiene. 
• Help youth express fears and concerns, manage anxiety around family-related issues, and assist in processing daily events, traumatic events and those events related to their placement. 
• Arrange for and take youth to the doctor, dentist, and other appointments. 
• Dispense and document the administration of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. 
• Assist in the planning, ordering, and preparation of healthy meals and snacks in the home. 
• Support the participation of youth in spiritual development activities in the home and through services and programs offered by the Spiritual Development staff.   
• Support the education of youth in care, participate in teacher conferences and provide assistance with homework as needed. 
• Support participation in academic, athletic and social extracurricular activities. 
• Ensure that the recreational needs of each child/youth are met, including participation in age appropriate activities in the community. 
• Promote age-appropriate independence through instruction and coaching on self-care skills and participation in age-appropriate skill development activities. 
• Manage agency funds, resources and equipment, assigned to and for their use, safely and according to agency policy and procedures. 
• Complete required documentation to promote safe child care and sound home management.
• Ensure all facilities and equipment are clean, organized and maintained. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

This is a 24-hour per day live-in position with a living space provided. Housing should be discussed and agreed upon at acceptance of employment. The typical schedule is seven days on and seven days off. Holiday pay is available. Home Parents are on duty throughout the waking hours but are able to rest or take care of personal matters when youth are not in their care such as while attending school. Home Parents must be available to return to duty if youth need to return home for care. Home Parents are provided with a sleeping period each day when all youth have retired for the night. Although a night attendant is on duty on most nights, Home Parents must be in the home during the sleeping period and be available to respond to needs of youth that may arise during the sleeping hours.  Generally the working hours for each Home Parent will not exceed forty hours per week. The Home Parents' schedule will be determined by the employee's supervisor. Most duties are performed on the assigned campus, but transportation of residents to activities and events in the local community is frequent. Out of town and overnight trips may be required. MCH provides an agency vehicle for the transportation of residents for all activities and events. A technology stipend is provided to support the communication requirements of this position. 

EDUCATION/LICENSURE 

Home Parents must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Further education and experience in child care-related fields are preferred. 

TRAINING 

Training hours must be completed annually to comply with licensing and accreditation standards, as well as MCH policy. The employee's supervisor may require additional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professional growth. Completion of training requirements is mandatory for continued employment. 

OTHER 

Home Parents must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Texas Driver's License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards set forth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children's Home, no criminal history and acceptable references.   

Benefits

- Retention Bonuses

- Medica, Dental, Vision Insurance with BCBS

- Holiday Pay

CLOSING STATEMENT

I have reviewed the job description for the position of Home Parent and understand I must be able to perform the duties outlined above. The Physical Demands/Requirements of the position are provided in another document and discussed at hire. I understand that due to the complexities of the position all duties and responsibilities may not be outlined in this job description and the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change.  I understand I am employed at will and may be discharged at any time without notice or cause and that I will be required to leave MCH housing upon notice by MCH.

Manager Couple for Remote Inn - Alert Bay, Vancouver Island, BC

We are seeking a couple to run the day-to-day operations of our remote four-room lodge in Alert Bay, BC. The positions begin May 15, 2024. Alert Bay is located on Cormorant Island, off the northeast coast of Vancouver Island. Facing the ocean, our Lodge sits on one acre of forested property. Eagles nest in our backyard.

This unique opportunity has two components. During the high season (May 15 to October 15) the manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of the lodge. Duties include greeting guests, managing reservations and housekeeping (details below). The salary for one manager is $2500 per month for five months.

The second component and additional revenue source is running our small restaurant. Duties include developing the menu, ordering supplies, preparing and serving meals and taking payment. Two other restaurants in the Village offer seated meals.

This is an ideal position for a couple looking for a laid-back lifestyle in a pristine marine environment. While this is a seasonal position, terms can be negotiated should the managers elect to stay during the off-season.

Originally built as a church in 1961, the lodge is cedar log in construction with 14’ arched cedar ceilings. With the exception of the former pulpit (now the dining nook), its 2900 square feet are on one level. A central feature of the lodge is the 1500 sq. ft. Great Room which serves as a dining room, living room and library. The lodge is licensed as a 14-seat restaurant. Our reviews are on Trip Advisor, Booking.com and Google.

Johnstone Strait is home to one of the largest populations of orcas in North America. Other marine life includes Minke and Humpback whales, sea otters, Pacific white-sided dolphins, Steller Sea lions and many sea birds. Orcas and whales can be spotted off our deck

Guests come to Alert Bay to go on wildlife expeditions for orcas, whales and grizzly bears and experience Alert Bay’s thriving Indigenous culture. About half our trade is European with the balance coming from North America.

Cormorant Island is five kilometres long, has a population of about 900 and is serviced six times daily by BC Ferries (a 35-minute voyage from Port McNeill). The Village includes a grocery store, a hardware store, a health centre, a pharmacy, a liquor store, two sit-down restaurants, a credit union and an RCMP station.

Couples must collectively possess the following skills and abilities:

• Proven innkeeper experience
• Proven restaurant experience
• BC Food Safe Certification
• General maintenance abilities (painting, light carpentry, yard work)
• Public relations experience including guest reception, answering inquiries, and networking.
• Financial management experience including Excel
• Technologically savvy; use of own laptop and familiarity with reservation software
• Coordinating local suppliers to deliver components of lodge-based adventure products.

One member of the couple must be eligible to work in Canada and both members must be physically fit and communicate well in English. 

Compensation:

• $2500 per month beginning May 15 and ending October 15, 2024
• Revenue from meals sold in the restaurant
• Accommodation and utilities are included in-season.

House Parents - Union City, GA

Christian City Children's Village is looking for a mission-minded houseparent couple to live on our 35-acre residential campus in Fulton County, Georgia. House parents serve as missionaries on campus, guiding children in a gentle, caring way and helping the ministry in other vital ways.

House parents are tender and patient caregivers, Christ-like role models, educational supporters, and spiritual mentors. They provide structure and teach life principles and values to help each child live to their highest potential. House parents work as a part of a collaborative team and help with some ministry needs that are not directly related to house parenting. House parenting is a very demanding position that requires a great deal of flexibility. House parents must have a personal relationship with the Lord to rely on his strength, guidance, and wisdom to provide quality care to the children in their care and promote partnership with the bio families of the children they serve. In addition, house parents must enjoy and appreciate being a part of a community. They will work collaboratively with other Children's Village house parents, staff, volunteers, and partners to facilitate the program's success. House parents are expected to have a "glasshouse" mentality as other staff will regularly visit the children in the home, and tours of the home may occasionally be given to supporters, volunteers, and other guests.

Christian City Children’s Village houseparents’ primary duties are to: • Provide Care and Supervision of Children • Spiritually Develop the youth in their care • Attend church services on a regular basis to include, but not limited to Sunday morning, Sunday evening, Wednesday evening, and other services/programs which are appropriate. • Develop youth in their social skills and personal conduct. • Provide structure and activities to include time for meals, chores, homework, play, Christian education/worship, and various off-campus activities. • Support the educational development of our youth. • Manage the household. • Keep the home well kept. • Help with campus grounds keeping and the maintenance of vehicles and equipment. • Support marketing and fundraising efforts • Participate in fundraising activities. • Support the overall campus community. • Keep up to date on licensure rules and regulations, and best practices for trauma informed care. Requirements: • High School diploma: college diploma or trade school certification is preferred. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with at-risk kids is preferred; having knowledge of the unique challenges emotionally impaired children pose is very helpful. • Must be able to successfully complete certification in CPR/ First Aid • A demonstrated maturity in working with others, particularly in stressful or difficult environments. • Strong leadership skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Coachable: Has a coachable, trainable disposition • Household Management: Can manage a household of at-risk children • Valid Driver’s License: Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a program vehicle to transport children without restrictions. • Has demonstrated good driving skills and has a clean driving history. • An ability to Pass the criminal background check and other possible background checks.

BENEFITS OF BEING A HOUSEPARENT • Competitive Salary • Housing, utilities & meals are provided by nature of the job. • Full Cost of health, dental and vision insurance premiums paid for by employer. • Health Savings Account • Houseparents’ quarters located within main home. • Dependent children’s bedrooms are nicely furnished • 9 consecutive days of off time each month. • Company vehicles use while on duty. • Relocation Assistance- if distance is more than 400 miles (up to $1,000) • Paid Training • Monthly In-service Training • Use of the many recreational amenities on campus, such as outdoor pool, weight room and full-size gym for personal use.