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.
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.
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].
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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]