Richmond, CA: East Brother Light Station, Inc., a non-profit corporation, is seeking applicants for Keepers of East Brother Light Station, an island in San Francisco Bay that is the home of an intact 1874 lighthouse and fog signal.

After two years of extraordinary service, our current keepers, Dre and Charity Elmore will be leaving at the end of March 2025.

Who Should Apply

The successful candidates will be a couple, one of whom must possess a Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential NMC boat operator’s license. They will operate the five-room inn, serving both dinner and breakfast, as well as providing ferry service for guests and all other tasks from chef to maid. 

High-quality culinary experience and capability are critical qualifications.

Start Date and Compensation

The inn is open four days a week, and the island is also available for day use and special events. The new keepers will start April 2025 allowing two weeks for training.

Compensation is a function of the level of business, occupancy level, and economy. In the last two years, it has averaged $140,000, trending upward, for the couple. Compensation includes a health plan and living quarters on the island.

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