Luxury Equestrian Instructor & Trail Guide

Salamander Middleburg; Middleburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Holidays

Complimentary Employee Meals

Complimentary Uniforms

Employee Access Privileges & Discount

Friends & Family Discounts on roomStay

Discounts on dining, retail, spa, and_

Job summary

Salamander Middleburg in Middleburg, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Equestrian Attendant / Riding Instructor for a full-time role at our luxury resort. You will care for resort horses, teach riding to guests of all ages, and lead trail rides while delivering exceptional guest service.

This position requires at least 5 years of horse care and riding experience, a focus on safety, and strong horsemanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional horse care and riding experience.
• Experience providing horseback riding lessons to beginner and intermediate riders.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong knowledge of horse handling, grooming, stable care, tack, and riding safety.
• Previous customer service or guest-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for resort horses, including grooming, bathing, feeding, watering, and exercising horses.
• Teach horseback riding lessons for beginner through intermediate riders.
• Lead private and group guided trail rides throughout the resort property.
• Evaluate riders and match guests with horses based on ability and experience.
• Provide exceptional guest service with a focus on rider and horse safety.

Skills

Horse care

Riding instruction

Trail riding

Guest service

Stable operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salamander Middleburg in Middleburg, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Equestrian Attendant / Riding Instructor for a full-time role at our luxury resort. You will care for resort horses, teach riding to guests of all ages, and lead trail rides while delivering exceptional guest service.

This position requires at least 5 years of horse care and riding experience, a focus on safety, and strong horsemanship.