Inn Housekeeper

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.

• 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.

• 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!).

• 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.

• 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)

• 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 jobs or .