Innkeeping Couple Needed - Eastern VA

We are looking for managers for our small but extremely well-kept green/eco-friendly lodging.

While inn-keeping experience is not necessarily required, you must have a good phone etiquette. Able to communicate well with the public and the desire to maintain the property as you would your own home. We would be more than happy to train the right couple who are looking to make a career of inn-keeping but would also welcome seasoned professionals.

An on-site apartment is provided including all utilities, cable TV, internet and phone.

This is a full time position for both of you, there is one day off per week, that you will enjoy together.

Duties include:- front desk duties, housekeeping, laundry, light maintenance, grounds-keeping (riding mower) pruning, weed-wacking.

This property is not pet friendly and employee smoking is not allowed. We are also unable to accept couples with children (at home) at this time.

Initial interviews can be held via phone but the final interview will be required on the property in Eastern Virginia. Background checks will be conducted also.

Please email resumes and any other information that you feel is important in our decision making.

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Caretakers (Couples) - Hopland, CA

CARETAKER JOB DESCRIPTION - Solar Living Institute

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Couples/Partners are encouraged to apply.

Since 1998, the Solar Living Institute has been promoting sustainable living through inspirational environmental education.  We do this through workshops, online courses, events, Kids’ Education Programs, an Intern Program, and Tours of the 12-acre Solar Living Center.  We accomplish our mission through our family of participants, including, staff, interns, caretakers, volunteers, supports, donors and friends.

Applications are now being accepted for Caretakers until the position(s) is filled, with an anticipated

• Start date: February 1, 2013 (negotiable)
• Completion date: October 31, 2013 or later

Couples/Partners are encouraged to apply. Send resume, cover letter, and three references to (see below)

SUMMARY

• The Caretaker(s) works closely with all SLI staff in support of site management, Intern Program, workshops, Kids’ Education Program, and Tours.  The caretaker:
• Works with the Site Manager and site interns to maintain and improve the Solar Living Center’s 12 acre demonstration facilities, grounds and gardens
• Works with office staff in accommodating student campers, participating in Kids’ Education Tours, and prepping for and providing “meet and greet” for onsite classes.
• Provides tours to the public on weekends

RESPONSIBILITES

• Maintain restroom cleanliness, stock materials
• Empty trash/recycle/compost at 3 outside locations and restrooms
• Give weekend public tours of the SLC, 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM; Fri, Sat, Sun
• Maintain order and cleanliness of camping area and guest kitchen and shower
• Chicken care and coop maintenance
• Assist in managing vegetable gardens
• Move gnomon poles on solar calendar
• Other duties as assigned, as time allows

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High standard of work ethic, accountability and reliability
• Motivation and enthusiasm for caring for the earth and community
• Experience in speaking and/or presenting to small groups
• Experience with living in community with others
• Vegetable gardening experience; planting, maintaining, harvesting a plus
• Ability to maintain flexibility within a work plan while completing essential tasks

EXPECTATIONS

• Live at the Solar Living Center in community while maintaining a 24 hour presence
• Share common space with others living at the Solar Living Center
• Provide weekend operational coverage with a Friday – Tuesday workweek.
• Work holidays as needed (time traded)
• Keep animals healthy and safe and outside of shared living spaces

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

• Rustic private accommodations,
• Basic food commodities: rice, beans, flour, cooking oil, garden produce, eggs
• Access to all Institute classes on a space - available basis
• Discount at Real Goods Store on site
• Business and personal contacts in the solar and sustainable living fields
• Opportunity to live and work on a functional and beautiful permaculture site with a dynamic mix of individuals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.

Domestic Couple for Head Housekeeping and Maintenance Needed - Texas

We are currently looking for a Couple with a CLEAN BACKGROUND and Previous related experience. 

Head of Housekeeping and someone to oversee maintenance of house and property.  A landscaping company is currently being used, but we are looking for someone to oversee and do general everyday cleanup, etc. 

Apartment is available on property for the right couple. 

Position offers fantastic pay and some benefits.  Please send experience or resume if interested.