FEATURED JOB OPENING: Weekend Houseparents, Part-Time - Hershey, PA

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best private schools, where students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an exceptional career-focused education.  They are also provided with housing, meals, and more—and all costs are covered.  Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who founded the school in 1909, the school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure students can thrive. 

MHS is hiring married couples to become weekend houseparents. Weekend houseparents are couples who stay in on-campus student homes every other weekend (from 6 p.m. Friday to 9:30 p.m. Sunday) to supervise and nurture a group of approximately 8-12 students while the full-time couples are off-duty. They provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as coordinating student activities, chaperoning to Sunday chapel services, driving student home vans, administering medications, preparing meals, and more. 

Weekend houseparents are compensated $756.20 per person, per weekend and meals are provided while on duty.  Paid training is provided and required annually. 

The next start date is anticipated to be March 14th, 2025 and the selection process typically takes three to four months.  

Qualifications:

• Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings 
• This is a two-person job for couples who have been legally married for at least two years
• Both spouses should be age 27 or older
• No more than three dependent children may accompany the couple
• Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
• Valid driver’s licenses; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
• Couples should reside no more than a 100 mile radius of campus.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
• Both spouses must complete an individual employment application

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Live-in Caretakers @Off Grid Home, Retreat & BnB - Clarkdale, AZ

We at Mescal Canyon Retreat B&B are seeking a Live-In Caretaking Couple to help on our rural property in beautiful North Central Arizona.  We have developed this property over the past 41 years and are seeking assistance with the caretaking, property maintenance/landscaping and the bed & breakfast. 

22-Acre High Desert Property, adjacent to National Forest, includes:  the Owners’ Main House, a 1-Bedroom Casita, 2 Bed and Breakfast Rooms (in separate Stone Building), a Communal B&B Building (The Canyon Studio), Architect’s Office, Workshop/ Dance/Yoga Studio, Outdoor Patios/Courtyards, Large Organic Garden/Compost/Chickens, Vineyard, Native & Xeric Landscaping, Hot Tub Terrace and Small Pool Area.  The entire property is “off the grid” including excellent Wi-Fi connections with Star Link. All buildings are passive solar, hand built by the Owners with green and sustainable materials.

Living Quarters for Caretaker(s) include a 950 s.f., 2 story, 1-Bedroom with a Study, Passive Solar Stone Casita, for which Owners would like to trade rent ($950/month) for property maintenance, gardening, work in the small vineyard and help with the B&B. Additional salary is offered for ongoing work projects.

Caretaker(s) must be environmentally conscious, organized, neat, energetic, team players, have a flexible schedule & understand sustainability. MUST have experience in Organic Gardening, Landscaping & Building Maintenance as well as Housekeeping and help with B&B Guests, (including occasional cooking for Guests, all food is vegetarian). All are required.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Chef and Front of House Team - Seeley Lake, MT

Job Opportunity: Chef & Front-of-House Team for Resort in Scenic Montana

Are you and your partner seeking an exciting opportunity to bring your passion for hospitality and culinary excellence to life in a picturesque setting? We are seeking a Chef and Front-of-House Manager (or team) to lead our culinary and dining experience at a resort in a charming rural Montana town. Our property hosts events, operates a restaurant on a serene lake, and is nestled in a breathtaking mountain town.

Position Highlights:

   •   Chef Responsibilities:

      •   Develop and execute a high-quality culinary program, including menu design, seasonal specials, and event catering.

      •   Manage the kitchen operations, including food preparation, ordering, and inventory.

      •   Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

      •   Bring creativity and passion to fine dining and event menus that celebrate the local flavors and ingredients.

      •   Lead and train kitchen staff to ensure excellence.

   •   Front-of-House Manager Responsibilities:

      •   Oversee all aspects of the front-of-house operations, ensuring top-notch customer service.

      •   Manage reservations, staff scheduling, training, and workflow.

      •   Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests.

      •   Collaborate with the Chef to coordinate dining and event logistics.

      •   Develop strategies to enhance the guest experience and grow the business.

Ideal Candidates:

   •   Chef and Manager with experience in fine dining and event management.

   •   Proven ability to run an entire culinary program (menu creation, cost control, staff management).

   •   A passion for hospitality, teamwork, and delivering memorable guest experiences.

   •   Experience working together as a team (preferred but not required).

   •   Thrives in a small-town, rural setting and appreciates the beauty of nature.

What We Offer:

   •   Competitive salary and benefits package.

   •   A supportive and collaborative work environment.

   •   Housing options and relocation assistance.

   •   The opportunity to live and work in a stunning Montana mountain town surrounded by natural beauty.

If you and your partner dream of building a successful culinary program while enjoying life in a serene, welcoming community, we’d love to hear from you.