Inn Housekeeper

Center for Dairy Excellence; Shelburne, Northern (VT, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal benefits

Job summary

Shelburne Farms in Shelburne, VT is seeking a Housekeeper for the Inn, with a seasonal/full-time and part-time schedule. You will clean and maintain guest bedrooms, bathrooms, and public spaces, change bed linens, assist with laundry, and help preserve museum-quality furnishings while using environmentally friendly methods.

You will greet guests, share information about programs and tours, and support the guest service team.

Qualifications

• Availability to work weekends and holidays as Shelburne Farms operates 7 days a week through Oct end.
• High standards of cleanliness and meticulous attention to detail.
• Inclusive and respectful toward guests from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and care of all 2nd and 3rd floor bedrooms, bathrooms and public spaces.
• Cleaning and care of guest cottages and houses, changing linens and replenishing amenities.
• Assisting with daily laundry and care of linens.
• Cleaning and maintaining common areas in the historic Inn with preservation in mind.
• Learning proper care of museum-quality furnishings and woodwork.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks with environmentally friendly methods.
• Greet and assist guests, provide information about rooms, inn, and farm activities.
• Engage with guests about programs, tours, and farm activities during orientation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Weekend availability

Job description

Employee Status: Seasonal, Full Time & Part Time hours

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.

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.

Position Title: Housekeeper

Supervisor: Housekeeping Manager

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

Benefits

• Seasonal staff benefit summary here for 2026 benefits.

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 [e-mail] or 802-985-8686.