Wants & Needs

Full-time, live-in resident couple sought for small, remote jungle lodge in Belize on a profit sharing basis. Duties include provisioning, preparation of meals, housekeeping including laundry, basic maintenance of property and grounds, bookkeeping, and reservations.  Must be rugged, energetic, organized, reliable, able to work independently, and supervise a small staff.  Some Spanish necessary.  Wonderful long-term opportunity with possible buy-out for the right couple. For further information, contact: Phyllis, Ek' Tun on the Macal River, San Ignacio, Cayo District, Belize, Central America, info@ektunbelize.com,  http://www.ektunbelize.com (6-25-10)

Seeking Experienced Innkeeper for Fairfield County, CT Coastal Gem. Luxury boutique hotel seeks innkeeper.  Masterfully restored Victorian legend features 9 beautifully appointed guest rooms offering first class comfort and expected luxury amenities.   Continental breakfast service only.   Duties for innkeeper: daily operations and administration including guest relations, rooms only reservations, property management, overseeing housekeeper, food/supply purveyance and being on-premise full time.  Prepare and clean up breakfast service, light maintenance for common areas and grounds. Must be computer literate with on-line reservation system experience. Compensation includes salary, plus room/board.  References required; immediate hire. Qualified applicants only. Please contact: Stephanie@thehotelchesterfield.com  (6-24-10)

Arrowhead is looking for the perfect Innkeeper/housekeeper couple to run our luxury B&B.   The couple will be responsible for all phases of operation including guest interaction, bookings, cooking, cleaning, marketing, etc.  The more they do, the more they make.  The property was built just 5 years ago with the best of everything.  We are looking for the perfect couple to help us grow and expand that are hardworking, honest, and go getters!  Hospitality and or Hotel  experience a plus.  It is a great position to save money since there is no overhead and no commuting.   Position is a live in position and nice studio style living quarters are included.  It is nicely and tastefully furnished and includes all utilities including Direct TV and high speed internet.  The position is salary plus tips, commissions, and contract end bonus.  Qualified applicants please submit both resumes and pictures to homes@goarrow.com.   The position is in gorgeous Colorado in the mountains yet close to town. The position is available immediately. No phone calls will be considered! (6-21-10)

Full-time, live-in Innkeeper or Couple sought for Bed & Breakfast Inn operating in Newport, Rhode Island.  Duties include reservations, preparation of breakfast, housekeeping including laundry, basic maintenance of property and grounds.  Must be detailed oriented, have a strong work ethic, able to work independently, and have a sense of humor.  Microsoft office and Internet savvy a must. Hospitality or customer service is a plus.   Salary, performance incentive and living accommodations included as part of compensation. Send your resume to bbnewport@gmail.com for consideration. (5-24-10)

Seeking a live-in Innkeeper for this charming 1840’s 10 room Inn.  POSITION FILLED. "Thank you very much for helping us find the perfect couple to run our B&B. Our listing on your site resulted in several qualified applicants. Thanks again for providing the service." (5-12-10) (7-19-10)

Live-In Innkeeper Fredericksburg, VA We are currently looking for a responsible person with good managerial skills to come and join our team at the Kenmore Inn in historic downtown Fredericksburg, VA.  This candidate must have hospitality experience and be able to manage our small staff of restaurant employees, innkeepers and housekeeper attendants.  The Inn provides a full service breakfast daily, has a downstairs restaurant open daily, banquet rooms, private dining rooms, a wine cellar and nine guest rooms.  The live-in innkeeper must be able to work with the events coordinator and the executive chef to meet the needs of all our guests. Please mail resume to: 1200 Princess Anne St Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Or email resume for: ginny@kenmoreinn.com (5-4-10)

Innkeeper/General Manager, live-in, for busy 10 room Bed & Breakfast POSITION FILLED (4-28-10) (5-25-10) "I got a lot of good inquiries...well qualified, too. Thanks for your help!"

Innkeeper needed to run Inn in central Ohio. POSITION FILLED (3-31-10) (5-6-10) "Thanks to the staff and Peter for helping us draft a Need-to-fill position for operations managers. I have operated the Inn for 20 years. Just plain stretched to the limit.  I could not find qualified help in the local area. I even tried past GM's from hotels. Which is like hiring a semitruck driver for your Indianapolis 500 racing car.  The Driver just does not fit into the seat.  Peter helped me to find qualified individuals that really know the business. Peter even helped to develop a win-win strategy for compensation in these economically challenging times. I recommend Peter and his team to help move your Inn forward." --Deborah Miller, Hideaway Inn.

We are currently seeking an experienced Inn Keeper for our 24 –room boutique Inn. POSITION FILLED (3-6-10) (6-12-10)

Resident Assistant – Caretaker – Intern.  POSITION FILLED. (2-12-10) (5-1-10) "The ad certainly did work for us!  We had several replies/resumes sent to us and we hired an intern who is arriving this coming weekend to spend the season with us.  Even after the position was filled we continued to receive inquiries which led to a couple of additional connections which may prove helpful in the future as well.  If we need to fill the position again next year, we would certainly consider your site as a priority (if not sole) listing again."

Resident innkeeper position, downtown Blacksburg, VA POSITION FILLED (1-28-10) (3-10-10)

Individual or couple to serve as live-in Innkeeper POSITION FILLED  (1-20-10) (2-1-10)

Innkeeper needed to run Inn in Adirondack Mountains. POSITION FILLED (1-6-10) (4-6-10) "I probably received 15 responses from the ad."

Caretaker / Concierge position POSITION FILLED  (11-20-09) (2-22-10) "We had great response and have selected a couple to take the job. Thanks very much!"

Individual/Couple needed to run my 16 room boutique hotel in Palm Springs, California. POSITION  FILLED (11-10-09)

Management couple needed as full-time, live-in innkeepers for Sedona bed and breakfast.  POSITION FILLED (9-8-09)(10-1-09)

Innkeeper needed for B & B in York Beach Maine.  POSITION FILLED.

Bed & Breakfast in Historic St. Michaels, MD, is seeking a mature, reliable, self-motivated and dedicated full time live-in innkeeper.  POSITION FILLED. (3-12-09)

Seeking Innkeeper: North of Boston Inn (24 rooms) AAA 3 Diamond Designation looking for strong innkeeper (marketing etc.).  POSITION FILLED. (2-9-09)

Innkeeping Couple Wanted for small guest house in beautiful Italy.  POSITION FILLED. (2-5-09)

Interim Innkeeper / Inn sitter position Wanted or Seeking:

InnSitterbiz - Karol & Betsy Paterman. Together, as partners for 35 years, we have managed businesses, both ours and other, with an eye on customer satisfaction and profitability. We are accomplished B&B innkeepers for 13 years and restaurateurs. The experience you can count on to step in and fill your shoes while you’re away, with the same attention to detail your guest have come to expect, with warmth and hospitality. We're ready, able, qualified and yes excited about  the opportunity to run your inn, your way, while you're away. Inn Owner & Guest Satisfaction Guaranteed! Short Term Assignments starting October 2010. AZ , New England, PA and VA. Email us at paterman1@juno.com 928-593-0852 (cell) (7-26-10)

K.C.'s Innsitting Service is a professional interim innkeeping service willing to work anywhere in the U.S. or abroad. We are a husband/wife team and have many years of hospitality experience with our own innsitting business for 8 years. We are familiar with all aspects of running a B&B, Inn or Small Hotel and offer  gracious guest services.  Educated in most reservation systems, we are able to turn inquires into bookings and keep your business running efficiently in your absence. Next time you want to take a break, please consider using K.C.'s Innsitting Service where "your peace of mind is our job" kc@kcsinnsitting.com  (7-20-10)

Desire Interim Innsitter Position:  I am available after Sept. 15th for your Interim Innsitting needs.  My 20+ years in travel management & hospitality  will bring you continuous financial security and peace of mind during your vacation, by placing the interim needs of running your home/business in my care.  My focus is customer service, blended with a hands-on approach to the numerous daily tasks of running an inn.  I am homebased in Oregon, a frequent visitor to Vermont, and am open to innsitting positions anywhere in North America.  My preference is to manage inns under 14 rooms, I am able to converse in basic Spanish, and have excellent reservation/computer skills.  For further information please contact me at:  campteal98@hotmail.com (6-7-10)

SEEKING A POSITION AS AN INNKEEPER

Professional Hotel Mgmt Couple seeking opportunities with small branded hotel or B & B.  25 years of progressive hotel management experience.  Seeking property where our experience, knowledge and training can be utilized to positively impact the property and the owners’ goals.  We possess a passion for the hospitality industry, a drive for success and are willing to relocate. Experiences include: proven track record of providing outstanding customer service; excellent organizational and time management skills; superior abilities developing and motivating a customer service oriented ‘work-team’. If our qualifications are of interest, please contact sensaegal@hotmail.com  Terra Nova & Lauren Domer (7-27-10)

INNKEEPER POSITION DESIRED/SEASONAL OR PERMANENT   I can offer you over 25 years of hands-on managerial experience derived from both the hospitality and food service industries. Because I have traveled extensively myself,  I'm well aware of the needs of tourist clientele.   I possess  good computer/communication skills.  I'm a very competent bookkeeper, a gourmet cook and I excel in the area of customer service believing that it is truly the foundation upon which all small business success is built.  At this stage of my life, I am available to travel anywhere and extremely flexible time-wise.   Thank you for your time.   I welcome the opportunity to discuss how I might contribute to the success of your inn.  You can email me at clorenc001@tampabay.rr.com  Or feel free to call Camille at 813-877-8070 (7-27-10)

Long time innkeeper (18 years) seeking a temporary innkeeping position for mid to late summer and into early fall (August-Sept) 2011, the busiest time of the New England coast season. I have my own housing, and would be looking for a position in the York County, Maine-Portsmouth, NH area - preferred. 2011 is the year that my inn will be closed for a couple months to have maintenance done, so I thought spending time working in a seasonal New England business would be a great opportunity! I am owner/innkeeper of an upscale small B&B in Central Florida, and well versed in every aspect of the job from online reservations & social media, cleaning, cooking, etc. I am excellent at catering to any guest needs, and am very familiar with the York area, having owned there for 24 years. I am a long time member of PAII and Florida-Inns. I am licensed by the State of Florida for food preparation. References are available upon request. Available end July to end September 2011 - longer would be "negotiable". Contact Carole at 407-539-1911 or e-mail at thurstonbb@aol.com. (7-16-10)

INN SITTER/B&B Manager seeking position on the west coast. I have hands on B&B experience, and I am looking for my next exciting challenge. I enjoy the marketing aspects of a successful business. I have owned a small business and  I particularly enjoy adding the warm hospitality. I genuinely like meeting people, from all walks of life and different cultures. I am in good health, I am a non smoker and I am free to travel. I am 50 something and I currently have a wonderful job the tourism business in Ketchikan, Alaska. I am from Washington state though. I will be available at seasons end in September 2010. References and photo's available upon request. I can be reached at 509-869-1522 or by email mozellem@gmail.com (7-15-10)

Owning a Bed and Breakfast for five years has been an experience that taught us that we love to take care of people. That is what Innkeeping is all about-giving every guest that stays in your Inn a wonderful and relaxing experience which will bring them back and send friends to you. We work as a team and can do everything that pertains to caring for your Inn; from cooking to gardening to light maintenance.  We are ready to explore the wonderful adventures of taking care of your Bed and Breakfast, vacation home, cottages or historic home. Give us a call or e-mail us to talk further about our experiences and availability. Susana and Jon Onkka innkeepersrs@yahoo.com 304-673-3904 (7-6-10)

InnKeeper Couple Seeking B&B or Small Inn to Manage: Our background is perfect for managing a small inn or bed and breakfast. My experience is in hotel sales and marketing, HR, accounting, front desk, and revenue management. My husbands background is in the culinary field as a Chef for fine dining restaurants, country clubs, personal chef, and catering. We are seeking an opportunity to pull our talents together and help your Inn or Bed and Breakfast shine! Please contact us at abruno426@aol.com or by Cell: 917-327-2791. Thank you! -The Bruno's. (5-24-10)

15+ years Hotel Management / Resident Manager Experience I have hands on knowledge of all related departments of a hotel that contribute to a good guest experience. By creating an atmosphere of service, and meeting and exceeding guests expectations, can you build a solid repeat guest base. I bring: Guest service, management, accounting, training, and leadership skills through example and respect. I am a US Navy veteran seeking a property where I can contribute to the properties success through daily hands on involvement. I hope to find a warm weather location, as I have spent the last 8 years in North Lake Tahoe, although beautiful, but with harsh winters. My availability is very flexable, please contact at: richardguerin@sbcglobal.net (5-20-10)

Innkeepers-husband wife team - available with over 20 years of hospitality marketing, management and culinary expertise. Solid references. Experience in both FOH/BOH management, physical plant upkeep, skills as an award wining chef/F&B manager, and spouse's marketing, PR, food, wine,  and guest services expertise makes us an exceptional innkeeping team. Salaried or independent contractor. Year-round or seasonal. Prefer Maine or coastal N.E. small inn/boutique property. Please contact us for a PDF resume by email: yelrucgroup@gmail.com. Cell direct 340-998-5715. (5-20-10)

Hardworking Couple Experienced In Property Management looking for an opportunity to use our skills and live in a beautiful place!  We currently own and run a property management company in the Sierra Nevada mountains, specializing in vacation homes.  We provide housekeeping, hot tub service, and any of their home maintenance needs.   I also have experience in the bar and restaurant industry, and my wife is retired from her position as an Escrow Officer she held for over 30 years.  We are mature and stable, and have developed a strong sense for considerate customer service over the years.  We would love to run a Hotel/Motel/B&B in the Northern California area, near the coast if possible.  We are eagerly looking forward to hearing from anyone who might like to meet with us!! dbhomecare@colfaxnet.com (5-12-10)

EXPERIENCED, MATURE, HOSPITALITY IS MY PASSION. For 2 decades I have worked in hospitality. I have worked in upscale New Canaan, CT (historic inn) and beautiful Charleston, SC (large hotel) as GM, extremely hands on. I enjoy meeting people from all over the world and creating a warm welcoming environment to ensure a return guest. I work with owners eyes and have excellent organizational, leadership and marketing skills. I am an amateur chef, have excellent food and wine knowledge. I would love the opportunity to work for you at your lovely establishment. I multi task and always prioritize my career. Please contact me at innployment@gmail.com. Angela (5-12-10)

My husband and I are looking for an opportunity to be live-in managers of an inn. He is a very experienced chef and I have years of hospitality management experience in hotels and restaurants. Between the two of us, we have worked almost every job in the restaurant and hotel industry, working our way up from dishwashers and chambermaids. Most recently, my husband and I have been working for a small family owned hotel and restaurant on the east coast as a management team. We hope to someday own our own restaurant/inn and we know an experience like this would be invaluable. We are a very laid-back, hardworking and honest couple who loves cooking, surfing, traveling, and meeting new people. We are absolutely willing to relocate for the right job. We have great references and our resumes are available upon request. Contact Brenna Gurski bgurski@gmail.com. (5-6-10)

Older couple early 60s but fit married 46 years seeks position managing a small motel, inn or apartment complex experience 2years apartment management 5 years all phases motel front desk head of housekeeping miner maint. exc. 1 year mobile home park mgmt. Many years small repairs and paint contracting, we are hardworking and honest and energetic. With fantastic people skills. been retired but must return to work to supplement income. We are willing to relocate anywhere in the u.s. Thanks Ellis & Kathy. Contact us at carterlightning1@aol.com (5-5-10)

Experienced Innkeepers looking for new opportunity. POSITION FOUND (3-6-10) (5-6-10) "We want to thank you for your support in our job search. Thanks to your Wants/Needs listing we have found a position."

Marcus and Nicole van Winden have FOUND A POSITION

Relocating to Chattanooga, Tennessee, experienced innkeepers/hoteliers of 24 years are looking for an individual or couple opportunity for management of an upscale Inn. POSITION FOUND.

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