DEER VALLEY RANCH

Colorado's Christian Family Guest Ranch

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Positions Available

Waitress / Housekeeping / Kitchen Clean-up Gals in the kitchen

Simply because our primary work needs are in these areas, the majority of our first year staff are hired for this position which rotates between dining room work, kitchen clean-up and the cleaning of ranch accommodations.

Kitchen Prep

This position includes food preparation and assistance in meal set up and presentation.

PainterMaintenance / Program Assistant

Responsibilities include landscaping, daily pool care, trashremoval, lawn care, maintenance and care of ranch vehicles, minor “fix-it” jobs andassistance with some ranch program activities.

Children’s Program Director & Assistant Levi

Responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out children’s program activities, learning children’s names and providing acontrolled, fun atmosphere for our guests’ children (ages 4 to 11).

Teen Program Director & Assistant

Responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out teen program activities, learning teens’ names and developing rapport with the guest teens. 

Wrangler

Work at the corral not only involves guiding our guests as they ride, Head Wranglerbut also giving clear, concise instructions, grooming horses, cleaning and caring for tack, raking corrals and hauling hay for the horses. Previous experience with horses is preferred. First aid and CPR are required for all of our wranglers. Wranglers must be at least 18 years old. Leadership and people skills are required as well as stamina for long days of hard work.

Office Assistant

Assists in guest check-ins, daily correspondence, preparing and publishing our daily guest newsletter, handling store transactions, answering guest questions, telephone communication, taking reservations and recording guest expenses. We’re looking for someone personable, sharp and who has Microsoft Word and Publisher skills.

Salary

Starting salary summer of 2008 is $150.00/week. Depending on performance, additional tips are pro-rated and disbursed among the staff at the end of the summer. Weekly salary includes room, board and $12.00/day guaranteed tips June 1 to August 31.

Benefits

  • Horseback riding
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
  • Sightseeing
  • Rafting at a discounted rate
  • Lots of great food – the same we serve our guests
  • Personal and spiritual growth
  • Special, life-time friendships
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