Employment
For many individuals, working at a Wyoming Dude and Guest Ranch is a dream come true and looks like the ideal job, and in many ways it is. If you love interacting with people, the outdoors and working very hard it is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding jobs out there. Most Wyoming dude ranch employment is seasonal, but a number of ranches have a few year-round employees.
During the guest season, ranches need a variety of staff with different skills and backgrounds to fill positions ranging from kitchen to wait staff, housekeeping, wranglers, maintenance, office, etc.
While working at a guest ranch is great fun, it means hard work and putting in long hours. The most important thing to remember is that you are there to show the guests a great time during their vacation.
CM Ranch
housekeeping and waitstaff for 2019 summer
The CM Ranch is seeking a head chef for our summer season: Mid May – End of September.
Job Description: Looking for a well groomed, outgoing, and flexible team player that can be in charge of managing all aspects of our kitchen. Must be able to cook upscale American cuisine in large quantities (our capacity is 50-55 guests plus 30 employees). Our chef will work closely with the ranch managers on managing the food budget and ordering. Being able to accommodate special dietary needs (gluten free and vegetarians) is a must. I would prefer that you enjoy working in the tourism business, and “like” people in general. It will be helpful to have someone who has a deep appreciation of the outdoors and can cook over an open fire with a dutch oven. We offer free room and board with your own cabin, and a base salary plus gratuity. The CM Ranch is a dude ranch with a fine reputation that has specialized in family vacations since 1927. We are located 6 miles east of the small town of Dubois, Wyoming, in a secluded valley of the Wind River Mountain Range. The CM is 80 miles from Jackson Hole, and 53 miles from the South Entrance of Yellowstone Park. Please send your resume to: [email protected]
Nanny Position: We are looking for a Nanny to take care of three darling children ages: 5, 5, and 2 from May until the end of September. The right candidate must be flexible, organized, outgoing, energetic, patient, and most importantly, LOVE children. The Nanny is responsible for getting kids to breakfast, and lunch, and preparing daily activities 6 days a week. Duties do include light household cleaning (picking up and putting away toys, dirty clothes, washing used dishes, etc.) and children’s laundry. Days start around 6:30 and can end around 8:30 on some days. Salary plus opportunity to make extra money by babysitting guest children when needed. Room and board, laundry facilities, and internet access is included. Please email your resume to the CM Ranch: [email protected]
Bitterroot Ranch
Assistant Cook and Wrangler needed for 2019 summer
Lazy L & B
Wranglers are needed for 2019 summer
R Lazy S
Dining Server/Kitchen Steward – R Lazy S Ranch
Location: R Lazy S Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Responsibilities: include but are not limited to: This position includes rotational shifts split between the Dining Room as Server and in the Kitchen as Steward. A 5-day work week will include 3-4 days in the dining room (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and 1-2 days as kitchen steward. Setting up and cleaning up buffets and tables for meals, cleaning up dining room after meals Transporting food and serving at BBQ’s Taking meal orders at breakfast Serving food and beverages Assisting with food / beverage preparations and presentations Dishwashing, inventorying supplies, stocking supplies, unloading deliveries Maintaining a clean and a safe work area Dining staff work 5-days a week with 2-days off. Work day includes periodic breaks between meals. Days off may vary from employee to employee to fit the ranch schedule.
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: May 19, 2025 – October 10, 2025
Prep Cook – R Lazy S Ranch
Location: R Lazy S Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
5 day work week • Duties will include and are not exclusive to: • assisting the Head Chef and staff in food preparation for 60 to 70 people, three meals a day; prepping, cooking (breakfast/eggs, lunch/ grilling) and baking and maintaining a clean work area. • on the Head Chef’s days off: work with the Assistant Chef in the creating and execution of meals placing food and supply orders.
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: May 26, 2025 – October 10, 2025
Housekeeper/PM Dishwasher – R Lazy S Ranch
Location: R Lazy S Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Responsibilities: include but are not limited to: • Cleaning guest cabins and other ranch facilities (inside and outside) • Rotating daily chore schedule including laundry, ironing, assembling bagged to-go lunches, watering plants, filling bird feeders, etc. • Rotating shifts in kitchen for dishwashing • Guest cabin turnover on Sundays Housekeepers work 5-days a week with 2-days off. All housekeepers work on Sundays for guest turnover days. Days off may vary from employee to employee to fit the ranch schedule.
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: May 19, 2025 – October 10, 2025
Head Housekeeper – R Lazy S Ranch
Location: R Lazy S Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Responsibilities: include but are not limited to: Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with others. Responsible for daily scheduling and supervision of the housekeeping staff. Cleaning guest cabins and other ranch facilities (inside and outside) General Housekeeping duties include; the organization of cleaning the lodge, inside and out including guest bathroom and lodge porches, manager’s office and other rooms in office building, barn bathroom, all guests cabins, laundry of towels, kitchen towels & tablecloths, pillowcases and ironing of pillowcases/sheets and kitchen items. Assist other housekeepers in their responsibilities as needed. Other HH duties include weekly ordering of supplies and daily in-house laundry. Check every cabin after guest change-over before new guests arrive and randomly at least once a week. Checking and inventorying employee housing…when they arrive and leave. Setting up schedules for cleaning the crew bathroom, Stubby’s and the crew laundry. Stocking the employee laundry. Rotating daily chore schedule including: laundry, ironing, assembling bagged to go lunches, watering plants, filling bird feeders, etc. Guest cabin turnover on Sundays
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: April 28, 2025 through October 15, 2025
Kid Counselor – R Lazy S Ranch
Location: R Lazy S Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Responsibilities: include but are not limited to: Oversee and ensure the wellbeing of guest children at the ranch during meal, before and after rides, and during evening activities. Organize daily activities consisting of crafts, games, tubing and swimming, during non-riding times. Supervise meals in the children’s dining room, assist in taking food orders, serving and removing dishes from table. Meet families at Sunday Night Welcome Party and orient children for their week. Ensure that the recreation room and children’s dining room are tidy and organized every day. Organize evening activities including: o Monday (Baseball, Kickball) Tuesday (Capture the Flag), Wednesday (Adventure Day and JH Rodeo trip) and Friday (Talent Night) The Kid’s Counselor does not work a standard work schedule. There will be free hours every day while kids are participating in riding programs. Thursday is the Kid’s Counselor’s full day off, and Sunday the Kid’s Counselor is only needed for greeting families at dinnertime. The kid’s counselor is welcome but not required to go riding with the children daily.
Type of Work: Seasonal
Dates: June 2, 2025 – August 17, 2025
How to Apply: [email protected]
More Information: https://rlazys.com/
Other Information: Located in beautiful Jackson Hole, WY at the base of the Tetons! The R Lazy S is conveniently located near the town of Jackson, Teton Village Mountain Resort, JH Airport, Grand Teton National Park, and the best hiking, fishing, biking, and rafting spots in the valley while still feeling quiet and isolated from the hustle and bustle of Jackson Hole beyond.
Eatons’ Ranch
Employment opportunities in all departments which include: servers, housekeepers, office and kitchen staff
Vee Bar
Summer Activities Coordinator — Accepting applications for summer 2021
The Vee Bar Guest Ranch is hiring someone who can assist with planning and facilitating non-riding activities. Activities in addition to horseback riding that the Vee Bar has done in the past include pasture golf, a stampede race, line dancing, hiking trips, games at our campsite, and much more. The Vee Bar is looking for a fun-loving, young at heart, kind, outgoing, and responsible individual to help plan and facilitate new activities during the summer guest ranch season, June through the end of August. Other duties might include dining room work and driving a van to transport guests to/from activities and the airport. For this reason, applicants must be 21 years or older and have a clean driving record. Applicants should expect busy days, early mornings and/or late nights. At times, the applicant will be responsible for hosting activities with guests as the only staff-member host. The applicant will need to be adaptable, be a problem-solver, and be able to work with people of all ages—kids and adults! Find an application on our website.
Servers and housekeepers– Accepting applications
Summer servers are responsible for setting up buffet meals for guest ranch guests. Most meals take place in the main lodge but some are served off-location. In this case, packing supplies, transporting supplies, setting up and serving the meal, and cleaning up will be part of the servers duties. This position is often combined with housekeeping. Three meals per day are served Monday–Friday. Breakfast is served on Saturdays. Breakfast and dinners are served on Sundays. The Vee Bar hires 3-4 servers and housekeepers. Servers are expected to be professional, personable, and reliable workers. Dining room duties will include setting up for meals, serving guests, clearing plates, cleaning the dining room, doing dishes, and tidying up the kitchen. Depending on the number of hours the employee is seeking, the employee may be hired to work several shifts which could include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and/or housekeeping shifts. During the interview these possibilities will be discussed. There is one position available which includes room and board; there is one position available which does NOT include room and board. Find an application on our website.
Lost Creek
Server and Head Server, Chefs, Wranglers, River Guide and Skeet Master
Moose Head
- Wranglers: work primarily with the horses and rides. They also mop, empty trash, cut lawns, chop wood, stack hay (90 pound bales), pound nails, repair fences and septic, basically you should be willing to do whatever is asked of you. Please do not apply if you can not perform all of these tasks well.
- Housekeeping/Waitstaff: This is a combination job where you work in the kitchen doing dishes, cleaning pots and pans on a rotating basis, as well as waiting on tables and cleaning cabins daily.
- Sous Chef & Prep Chef: These positions will work with our returning Chef, and must also be able to work independently. Will be responsible for breakfast, cookouts and other preparations. Long hours starting at 6 AM, 6 days a week.Staff is needed from May 20- Aug. 16
Description of Duties:
We are seeking a nanny to care for our three children ages 10, 9, and 6 at our home on Triangle X Ranch in Grand Teton National Park. Applicant must be responsible, conscientious, respectful, caring, and fun. We keep our kids engaged and active, with lots of outside playtime in the summer.
The desired applicant will have experience in childcare, a clean driving record, and excitement about planning different activities to keep each day fresh and fun. In addition to experience in childcare we are looking for someone who has horse experience and would be comfortable leading our children on trail- rides. Our children thoroughly enjoy riding and often ride twice daily.
This position begins in mid- May and lasts through September. In addition to child care, duties include picking up kids from the bus stop, helping with homework, driving to swim lessons/gymnastics, ect, and light housework such as emptying dishwasher, dishes, sweeping, ect.
Room and board are provided on the ranch in dormitory style housing, with one roommate and one shared bathroom. Three meals a day are served to staff in our main house.
A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends and evenings off to enjoy Jackson Hole and the surrounding areas. Additional help may be requested 1-2 evenings during the week for ranch events. Paychecks are issued once a month and the compensation is $2016/ month. A bonus will be offered if the applicant stays through the committed date of September 30th.
Type of Work: Seasonal
Dates: Mid-May through September 30, 2025
How to Apply:Please send resume, cover letter and references to [email protected].
Assistant Cook
Maintenance/Irrigator
Wrangler
DUDE RANCH STAFF MEMBER
Goosewing
We are seeking self-motivated, outgoing and unique individuals to fill a variety of roles. Preference for hiring will be given to those that can complete our full season, arrival near May 8 and end date near Oct. 6, 2023.
We do have employee housing. We don’t allow first season employees to bring pets (horses if used as guide horse can be negotiated).
We are a remotely located resort guest ranch seeking outstanding team members to fill the following positions (not all positions are available to anyone): All applicants/employees must be a minimum of 18 years of age by May 1, 2023. All applicants will be required to send references, resume or details of work/education history, and either a video or cover letter, pictures are welcomed but not required. Please include your dates of availability for seasonal employment, what position you are most interested in and what qualifications if any you have for that position. Also, include secondary positions of interest. You will be contacted by a manager for a phone or video interview, you can include dates and times that work best for an interview. All applicants should be physically and mentally fit, with a can do attitude and the desire to do an outstanding job, and the desire to do many different jobs no matter your title. This is a ranch not a 9-5 office job. We all ride for the brand. Below is a list of positions available with a brief description of requirements. Not all requirements are mentioned. Salaries dependent on length of stay and experience.
Wranglers ( must be at least 21 years old, with vast equine knowledge and experience, wranglers must submit an equine skills video for consideration), video should include you catching, haltering, tacking, mounting/dismounting, and riding at 3 gaits. Please include spoken introduction. Video can be short, and doesn’t need to be high quality or fancy.
Ranch Hands ( must be at least 21 years of age with vast mechanical/equipment knowledge, able to safely drive a truck and pull/back trailers)
Activities Personnel ( must be at least 20 years of age, with outdoor knowledge and experience, shooting, archery, kids, fishing, arts and crafts, dancing, music, storytelling, canoeing and more will be required of you)
Wait Staff (must be at least 18 years of age, 21 years of age if interested in serving alcohol, knowledge of service industry, and desire to serve and host guests)
Kitchen Stewards (must be at least 18 years of age, desire to learn kitchen skills, attention to detail and ability to work in fast paced kitchen and help with activities as needed)
Cooks/Bakers (must be at least 18 years of age with extensive knowledge of cooking, baking, and kitchen service industry)
Hospitality Stewards and housekeepers (must be at least 18 years of age with attention to detail, hardworking attitude, and physically fit)
Concierges front office ( must be at least 18 years of age with good phone skills, computer skills, attention to detail and desire to serve our guests)
Managers (please contact Amy Worster for more details on manager roles and positions)
Please submit required documents via email or contact us for more details.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to learning more about you and telling you about Goosewing Ranch.
To apply please submit the following:
Resume or application (see attached)
References related to position of interest
Desired position and qualifications
secondary position and qualifications
Dates of availability for employment: start date and end date. Preference will be given to those able to complete our full season from early May until early Oct.
equine skills video for those applying for wrangler positions. should include spoken introduction, video of haltering, tacking, mounting from the ground and riding all 3 gaits.
skills video for those applying for activity positions should include video of firearms handling, fly fishing skills and spoken introduction.
those applying for hospitality positions can include a video of a spoken introduction and why you want to work at Goosewing ranch.
Videos can be submitted via a link to YouTube or another channel
Please include best dates and times for a phone interview
Subject: Paradise Guest Ranch / seasonal employment mid June – October 1
Seasonal Employment opportunity
BIG HORN MOUNTAINS / BUFFALO, WYOMING/ nestled around 1.3 million
acres of National Forest
Paradise Guest Ranch – Bartender Position (2025 Season)
Paradise Guest Ranch is hiring a Bartender for the 2025 season! A great foot-in-the-door opportunity and a chance to spend this summer working at a ranch surrounded by over a million acres of the BigHorn National Forest. This role is perfect for someone with a mature, outgoing personality, strong multitasking skills, and a familiarity with Western culture. As the Guest Services/Bartender, you’ll interact with our guests daily in our on-site saloon, embodying the persona and values of the ranch.
What We’re Looking For:
Our ideal candidate thrives in an independent role, as this position is largely self-managed. We’re committed to delivering top-tier service and creating exceptional experience for both guests and staff.
To succeed in this role, you should be:
Adaptable & Attentive – The ranch environment is dynamic, requiring quick thinking and flexibility.
Responsible & Detail-Oriented – Taking pride in your work and maintaining high standards is essential.
Personable & Engaging – A positive attitude and the ability to connect with a diverse range of guests is key.
Job Responsibilities:
Guest Services/Bartender duties include, but are not limited to:
- Bartending & Saloon Maintenance – Serve guests, maintain a clean and welcoming saloon, and uphold a professional bar environment.
- Inventory Management – Track and replenish soda, beer and wine supplies as needed.
- Accounting for Drinks – Keep detailed records of beer and wine consumption for both guests and staff.
- Saloon Cleanliness – Deep cleaning required and maintained daily.
- Appetizer Service – Present and replenish appetizers during Happy Hour.
- Recycling & Waste Disposal – Empty trash, recycle glass bottles, and transport recyclables to an off-site center as needed.
- Outdoor Maintenance – Ensure the cleanliness of the outside deck and saloon surroundings.
Start Mid-May thru September 25th.
To Apply: Call Leah or Clay Miller – 307-620-1652 email – [email protected]
Website: http://www.paradiseranch.com – fill out an application under our employment section.
Job Types: seasonal
Ability to Relocate:
- Buffalo, WY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Ranch Cook – Blackwater Creek Ranch
Location: Blackwater Creek Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
The True Ranch Collection is looking for a year-round Ranch Cook for multiple historic guest ranches. Our small guest ranches host a maximum of about 30-60 guests at a time, depending on the ranch. This position has the potential to work at multiple locations within our collection throughout the year depending on seasonality and need. This position will start during the summer season in mid-May at Blackwater Creek Ranch in Cody, Wyoming, with an opportunity to move to a Southern Arizona ranch during the winter season.
Must have reliable transportation. Pay Rate: $18/hour, plus room and board and tips.
Duties include:
-Manage kitchen staff
-Food and supply ordering
-Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner
-Create weekly menus
-Accommodate special dietary needs of our guests
-Maintain clean kitchen space and assist with dishes/clean-up
About True Ranch Services: www.trueranchcollection.com
The historic ranches in the True Ranch Collection are unique and authentic guest ranches in some of the West’s best country. With our northern and southern dude ranches, come work in unique parts of the country with a change of scenery seasonally!
Type of work: Year Round
Dates: Open Mid-May
How to Apply: To apply, please send an email with your resume to [email protected]. Pre-Employment Screening will be conducted for all candidates. Candidates Must be able to provide at least two previous professional work references for consideration.
Sous Chef/Baker – Seven D Ranch
Location: Seven D Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Spend your summers in the spectacular Sunlight Basin at 7D Ranch, cooking western cuisine for guests and staff! The ranch is just 7 miles “as the crow flies” from Yellowstone National Park.
The town of Cody, Wyoming is just 1 hour away and has lots of Western culture to partake in throughout the summer. This is a great opportunity for anyone who loves the outdoors and enjoys working in a beautiful environment. Horseback riding, hiking, and fishing are popular activities with all of our staff.
The sous chef/baker takes direction from our Head Chef and helps prepare three meals a day (50-55 people for each meal). We specialize in homemade breads and desserts. The 7D Ranch has a reputation for top-quality home-style cooking and in-house baking of breads and desserts. Meals include family-style service in the dining hall, outdoor barbecue cook-outs, and camp-style cooking for brunch rides.
Our guest season is June 8th – September 13th, 2025. Staff begins arriving mid-May. Benefits include a competitive monthly salary, room (private cabin), board, end of season bonus, one day off per week and access to ranch activities.
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: Starts May 11, 2025
How to Apply: Email your resume to [email protected]
Housekeeper/Server – Seven D Ranch
Location: Seven D Ranch – Wyoming
Description of Duties:
Spend your summers in the spectacular Sunlight Basin at 7D Ranch, cooking western cuisine for guests and staff! The ranch is just 7 miles “as the crow flies” from Yellowstone National Park.
The town of Cody, Wyoming is just 1 hour away and has lots of Western culture to partake in throughout the summer. This is a great opportunity for anyone who loves the outdoors and enjoys working in a beautiful environment. Horseback riding, hiking, and fishing are popular activities with all of our staff.
The Housekeepers/servers are a team of 5 that share the responsibilities for waiting tables and housekeeping throughout the ranch. You will perform daily cabin and loge cleaning, laundry service, meal set-up, food service (waiting tables, clearing tables, dishwashing) and dining hall clean-up. Team members provide assistance to the kitchen staff including support during breakfast rides and cook outs. Housekeepers/servers are often asked to babysit younger children as well
Housekeeper/servers usually complete their assigned duties by mid-afternoon (3pm). A benefit of this position is that you will have a longer break at that time till dinner to enjoy the ranch amenities or relax before dinner!
Our guest season is June 8th – September 13th, 2025. Staff begins arriving mid-May. Benefits include a competitive monthly salary, room (private cabin), board, end of season bonus, one day off per week and access to ranch activities.
Type of work: Seasonal
Dates: Starts May 18, 2025
How to Apply: Email your resume to [email protected]