Inn Housekeeper

Position Title: Housekeeper

Supervisor: Housekeeping Manager

Employee Status: Seasonal, Full Time & Part Time hours

Location: On-site (99 Inn Road, Shelburne, VT 05482)

Start & End Date: Immediate start - October 30th, 2026

Salary Range: $18-23.50

Work Schedule: 8AM - end of day (typically 3PM- 4PM). We operate 7 days/week and the schedule will vary depending on availability. Weekends & holidays are required.

Who We Are

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future.

We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products.

Who We’re Looking for

As a Housekeeper for Shelburne Farms, we hope you’ll share our deep commitment to the Farm’s mission and vision as you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for all. This role is essential in maintaining the cleanliness and overall appearance of the inn and cottages across the farm while providing exceptional service to our guests and visitors.

What You’ll Do

Cleaning and Maintaining

• Cleaning and care of all 2nd and 3rd floor bedrooms (no elevator or lift), bathrooms and public spaces.
• Cleaning and care of all guest cottages and houses (single room and multi-room cottages).
• Change bed linens, towels, and replenish guest amenities with sustainable options.
• Assisting with the daily laundry and care of linens as needed.
• Clean and maintain common areas within the historical Inn, ensuring preservation of its unique features.
• Learning and following proper care of museum quality furnishings, special woodwork and floors, etc.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, and mopping using environmentally friendly methods.

Guest Interaction

• Greet and assist guests, providing instructions and information about their room, the inn and farm while offering them additional resources with our guest service team.
• Engage with guests if they’re curious to learn more about our programs, tours, activities, and the general farm if you have first hand experiences to share (you’ll learn a lot in orientation!).

Core Qualifications

• Available to work weekends and holidays as we’re open 7 days a week until the end of October (your work schedule depends on availability but all employees must work at least one weekend day each week).
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Welcome to all and comfortable working with individuals and groups of all backgrounds.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Available for a seasonally demanding work schedule.
• Moving up and down 1 - 2 flights of stairs while carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Being active for extended periods of time and working in settings with limited air conditioned work environments depending on the location.
• Moving over uneven indoor terrain .
• Working in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Seasonal staff benefit summary here for 2026 benefits.

To Apply

If our vision and mission excite you, we hope you will share with us your experience and skill set that you feel would qualify you to make a contribution to the Farm.

In your application, please include responses to the following questions. These are not meant to be a writing exercise but to introduce yourself in a meaningful way.

• Submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, address:
  • Tell us about your unique characteristics and life experience that will help you thrive in this role.
  • How did you hear about the position?

Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind.

If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions, please contact us at jobs@shelburnefarms.org or 802-985-8686.

AM - end of day (typically 3PM- 4PM). We operate 7 days/week and the schedule will vary depending on availability. Weekends & holidays are required.