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Goodstone

Lead Fine Dining Server

Middleburg, VA · On-site

$800 - $2.0K/wk

Located on the award-winning Goodstone estate in the heart of Virginia's horse and wine country ... Confidently guide guests through menu selections and make thoughtful recommendations. * Collaborate ...

Stantec

Facility Assessor/Inspector (Remote)

Hampton, VA · On-site +1

$77K - $112K/yr

"Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with ... Seabees, Red Horse, USACE, etc.), construction owner's representatives or Clerk of Works ...

Auberge Collection

Host

Meadows Of Dan, VA

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

... from horseback riding to fly-fishing and beyond. For more information, please visit auberge.com ... assign stations, and guide servers and support staff in optimal table set-up. * Maintain ...

Auberge Collection

Host

Meadows Of Dan, VA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

... from horseback riding to fly-fishing and beyond. For more information, please visit auberge.com ... assign stations, and guide servers and support staff in optimal table set-up. * Maintain ...

The Lodge at Primland

Host

Meadows Of Dan, VA

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

... from horseback riding to fly-fishing and beyond. For more information, please visit auberge.com ... assign stations, and guide servers and support staff in optimal table set-up. * Maintain ...

Delaware North

Kitchen Technician

Luray, VA

$28 - $31/hr

... horseback riding What will you do? * Inspect, maintain, and repair commercial kitchen equipment ... Guide kitchen team members on correct equipment use and care to promote safe and efficient ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for horseback guide in Virginia is $19.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.61 and $19.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a horseback guide?

A Horseback Guide typically starts the day by preparing horses—feeding, grooming, and checking their tack and health for readiness. Guides lead groups of riders along designated trails, offering instruction and ensuring everyone’s safety while sharing information about the local environment and points of interest. They are also responsible for addressing guest questions, monitoring group dynamics, and managing unexpected situations, such as changes in weather or a nervous rider. Post-ride, guides often care for the horses, maintain equipment, and update logs or records. This hands-on, people-oriented role is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and sharing their passion for horses with others.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the horseback guide position, and why are they important?

A Horseback Guide is responsible for leading trail rides, ensuring the safety of both riders and horses, and providing an enjoyable experience for guests. They may work at ranches, resorts, or national parks, guiding groups through scenic trails while offering insights about the area. Duties often include saddling horses, giving riding instructions, and monitoring horse care. Strong communication skills and experience with horses are essential for this role.

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Stables - Trail Guide FT

Omni Hotels & Resorts

Hot Springs, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Omni Hotels rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 108 rated hotels

Job description

The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers - including 24 U.S. Presidents - for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million dollar renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in
Virginia. We are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.
Overview:
To ensure that the hotel guest, associates, and equestrian area are maintained in a safe and secure environment.
Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate commitment to making a conscientious effort to eliminate or reduce the risk of injury to our guests and employee partners, damage to our property or the property of others. Know the correct action to take in the event of an emergency and demonstrate this knowledge by acting appropriately in the event of an emergency.
• Know and share information about the resort and activities, demonstrate this knowledge by accurately communicating daily events, hours of operation and resort/activity information to our guests and employee partners
• Feed horses appropriately: check water buckets, mixes and apportions feed and feed supplements according to feeding instructions
• Groom horses by washing, brushing, trimming and currying horses coat to clean and improve appearance.
• Tack and untack horses as needed.
• Inspect horses for disease, illness, and injury while handling and grooming
• Clean horse stalls daily by mucking out stalls and replenishing with fresh sawdust.
• Clean water buckets per schedule
• Guide resort guests/members on trail rides in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Provide Hand led rides for children under four feet six inches tall.
• Responsible for Stables appearance. All floors are cleaned daily; cobwebs are kept at a minimum, and grounds around the stables area is kept neatly.
• Will remove all matter from the Manure Pit daily
• Keeps the stables free of clutter, trash and other debris replacing all tools to appropriate areas
• Inform manager when supplies are low: sawdust, hay, etc
• Assist when needed in mounting guests on horses
• Check to determine Stables is secure when leaving at end of day.
Qualifications:
• A valid driver's license and meet company MVR requirements (strongly preferred).
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather extremes.
• Must be able to learn to operate and work around potentially hazardous equipment.
• Must be able to work weekdays and weekends as necessary.
• Must be able to stand up to 60 minutes per hour worked.
• Must be able to walk, climb, bend/stoop, overhead reach, hand/eye coordination, arm/hand movement up to 60 minutes per hour worked.
• Must be able to lift over 40 pounds horizontal, floor to waist, grasping/holding, pushing/pulling, and carrying.
• Must be 21 years or older
• Tools and Equipment:
o Radio
o Tack &/or Harness
o Pitchfork, shovel, wheelbarrow
o Tractor, Truck & Side-by-side four-wheeler
• Working Environment:
o Stables area with exposure to weather conditions.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.

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