Temporary Hospitality Assistant

We seek to end animal agriculture by rescuing farmed animals, giving them lifelong care and sanctuary, and educating about the harms of animal farming. The Sanctuary welcomes visitors to come and meet animals who are most commonly exploited, abused, and killed in animal agriculture.  

Our animal residents are given lifelong sanctuary and are treated with respect as individuals. By giving farmed animals the chance to live their lives with dignity and by sharing their stories, we advocate for veganism and aim to reduce suffering for all. 

Job Description   

This is a temporary position, starting February 2026 through December 2026 at a rate of $22-24/hour for 25 hours/week. The Hospitality assistant reports to the Programs Manager, and works in the Gray Barn, our on-site inn, from Thursday-Sunday handling the day-to-day function of the space. This includes cooking breakfast for guests, laundry and common area cleaning, and light admin work, while being a friendly host to visitors.

Duties include:

Lodging Coordination and Management

• Weekly grocery shopping and food prep

• Clean and prepare common spaces at the inn for visitors; wash linens and towels; stock supplies

• Meet and greet guests in the morning over breakfast

• Prepare and serve hot food items to overnight guests from a pre-set menu

• Report needed repairs to facilities staff

• Take inventory of food, beverages and supplies needed for each day

• Check email and phone messages and address time-sensitive issues, and other administrative tasks as needed

• Work with housekeeping staff to ensure guest rooms are clean and ready for check-in

• Promote a culture that expects and rewards kindness to all with whom we interact: staff, volunteers, the public, and the animals

Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• Varied background in hospitality, customer service, food service (especially plant-based foods) is preferred

• Team player with excellent relationship-building skills, listening skills, professional maturity, and sound judgment

• Willingness to clean efficiently and sustainably

• Proven ability to multi-task, manage daily tasks in an organized manner, and be flexible and adaptable

• Willingness and availability to work weekends (Thursday-Sunday every week)

• Knowledge of issues surrounding the plight of farmed animals and the impact of our food choices on animal suffering, the environment, and human health.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other related duties or cross-train in additional areas in order to meet the on-going needs of the organization.

To apply:

Email resume and cover letter to Anna@woodstocksanctuary.org

We regret that the number of applicants allows us to respond only to those candidates who we are interviewing. No phone calls please.

Woodstock Farm Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer, committed to values of diversity and inclusion. We are an actively anti-racist organization. BIPOC individuals are encouraged to apply.