Job Title: Temple Keeper (Property and Hospitality Steward)
Location: Eden Forest Collective, Fillmore, CA
Employment Type: Part-Time
About Us:
Healing the story of separation through regenerative cultural practices.
Eden Forest Collective is a 17-acre regenerative agriculture farm dedicated to sustainable food production, community engagement, and ecological stewardship. There are between 3-8 of us here on a typical day along with 1 lovable livestock guardian dog named Mosque who is a great pyrenees. We have around 20 chickens, 30 ducks, 5 goats, 10 sheep, 1 parrot, 1 tortoise, 5 koi fish, 9 peacocks and a few cats.
Our farm integrates principles of syntropic farming, agroforestry, and regenerative agriculture to cultivate a thriving landscape that benefits both people and the planet. We host community-focused events and retreats that celebrate sustainable agriculture, food, and education in a moving experiential way.
Position Overview:
Steward of Beauty, Care & Place
At Eden, we believe spaces shape people.
The Temple Keeper helps care for the physical environment so every person who arrives feels welcomed, inspired, and at ease. This is more than maintaining a property—it’s creating places that reflect beauty, thoughtfulness, and care.
You are someone who:
- Naturally creates beauty, order, and harmony.
- Takes pride in cleanliness and quality.
- Is hardworking, dependable, and self-directed.
- Notices the details that others miss.
- Enjoys creating thoughtful systems and making them better.
- Is kind, humble, and easy to work with.
- Respects people, boundaries, and shared spaces.
- Leaves things better than you found them.
- Appreciates the natural world and enjoys working outdoors.
- Finds satisfaction in doing excellent work, even when no one is watching.
Responsibilities:
- Steward the beauty, cleanliness, and overall presentation of the farmhouse, guest accommodations, wellness center, event center, and all guest-facing spaces.
- Maintain welcoming, organized, and guest-ready environments through thoughtful care, routine upkeep, and attention to detail.
- Enhance the appearance and functionality of indoor and outdoor spaces, ensuring every area reflects Eden's commitment to beauty, comfort, and hospitality.
- Coordinate ongoing organization, seasonal projects, and property improvements to support an exceptional guest experience.
- Monitor spaces proactively, identifying maintenance needs and opportunities to elevate the environment before issues arise.
- Support the preparation and reset of accommodations and event spaces for guests, retreats, and special gatherings.
Oversee the daily upkeep of the farm store by maintaining its cleanliness, organization, visual presentation, and inventory, creating an inviting experience for every guest
- Help develop and maintain simple systems that improve organization, efficiency, and long-term care of the property.
Experience:
- 1+ year of experience in project coordination, house management, interior design, hospitality, property stewardship, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to organize spaces, manage multiple priorities, and maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, presentation, and functionality.
- An eye for aesthetics, organization, and creating environments that feel warm, intentional, and welcoming.
Our Culture:
We value trust, care, craftsmanship, and shared responsibility.
We’re building a team of people who enjoy working together, supporting one another, and creating a place that feels welcoming, beautiful, and alive.
What We Offer:
- Meaningful work with visible impact.
- A beautiful regenerative landscape to steward.
- A collaborative, mission-driven team.
- Opportunities to grow your skills and contribute creatively.
- A culture that values quality, integrity, and care.
We'd Love to Hear From You:
When you apply, we’d love to see examples of spaces, projects, gardens, hospitality, design, or experiences you’ve created that you’re genuinely proud of. We care as much about your attention to detail, initiative, and sense of beauty as we do about your experience.
Compensation:
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Access to farm-fresh produce
- Opportunity to be part of an innovative, sustainability-driven farm community
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter detailing their experience and passion for hospitality and groundskeeping to [email protected] We look forward to growing with you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
