Equestrian Guide

Located on 12,000 acres in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection is a majestic year-round mountain retreat with myriad outdoor adventure experiences. Guests can revel in the refined authenticity and natural beauty of the property, while enjoying luxury accommodations including cottages with sweeping vistas, Tree House suites, and a variety of rooms and suites located in the main Lodge. Resort amenities include the championship-caliber Highland Course, a full-service wellbeing retreat with an indoor pool and hot tub, state-of-the-art fitness center, theater, game room, a fully equipped observatory and an on-site astronomy team, an exceptional culinary program with five distinct farm-to-table experiences, and thrill-seeking outdoor adventure programming ranging from horseback riding to fly-fishing and beyond. 

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Candidate will serve to lead guided trail rides as well as assist with cleaning of facilities, grooming, mucking stalls and other duties related to guided horseback activities and care and boarding of horses. This would be part-time job with 3 to 4 days scheduled per week.  Weekday and Weekend availability is preferred.

Candidate will assist in grooming and tacking of trail horses for use on tours and assist in mounting and dismounting of guests on horseback tours.  Duties will include mucking stalls, cleaning and inspection of saddles, bridles and other tack, feeding and watering of horses.  Candidate will also assist in inspection and repair of paddock fences and other facilities.  Cleaning and maintenance of helmets and other guest use PPE will also be a duty.  Must have the ability to lead trail rides as well as  children’s lead-line rides and “Meet the Horses” experiences. Candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Education:

High school education or equivalent 

Experience:

Experience with trail horses, western tack and stables a plus.

Other:

Candidate must pass pre-employment screening, background check, and possess a vehicle operator’s license with good driving record.

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

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