Equestrian & Guest Guide

Description

**Location:** Finca Soleá, Zahara de la Sierra, Spain **Start Date:** July 12th **Position:** Part Time (20h) **About the Role** At Finca Soleá, our horses are central to the guest experience, connecting travelers to the ancient landscape of the Sierra de Cádiz. We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and passionate **Equestrian \& Guest Guide** to take ownership of our stable operations and lead our boutique horseback riding experiences. This role requires a unique balance: the work ethic and knowledge needed for the daily care of horses, combined with the social grace and hospitality required to guide guests on premium trail rides and artisanal picnics. **Key Responsibilities** * **Daily Care \& Herd Management:** Oversee the daily feeding, grooming, and health monitoring of our horses. Maintain clean, safe, and organized stables, paddocks, and tack rooms. * **Guiding Guest Experiences:** Lead our signature trail rides through the 116\-hectare estate (including the *Soleá Ride with Organic Olive Oil Aperitif* and the *Horseback Ride with Artisanal Picnic*). * **Safety \& Presentation:** Ensure the highest standards of safety for riders of all skill levels. Prepare the horses and equipment beautifully, reflecting the high\-end boutique nature of the Finca. * **Guest Hospitality:** Act as an ambassador for Finca Soleá during tours, sharing the history of our 1755 estate, our organic farming philosophy, and the landscape with warmth and poise. **Requirements** * **Equestrian Expertise:** Strong, confident riding skills and demonstrable experience in horse care, stable management, and horse handling. * **Languages:** **Fluency in English is absolutely essential** as you will be guiding international guests. Professional proficiency in Spanish is highly valued. * **Hospitality Mindset:** Excellent communication skills, a welcoming personality, and the ability to make guests feel safe, comfortable, and looked after. * **Availability:** Must be ready to begin on\-site on **July 12th**. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required, as these are our busiest guest days. * **Logistics:** Valid driver’s license and legal authorization to work in Spain. Knowledge of the Sierra de Cádiz region is a plus. **What We Offer** * A unique working environment in a historic, beautifully restored 18th\-century estate. * The opportunity to help and promote our equestrian program. * Competitive compensation based on experience. Beneficios: * Formación en certificaciones profesionales Preguntas para la solicitud: * ¿Puedes incorporarte de inmediato? Idioma: * Inglés (Obligatorio) Ubicación del trabajo: Empleo presencial