Seasonal Chef at a Luxury Fly Fishing Lodge in Montana! Great Salary including Housing/Meals & Tips

Posted: Jul 24, 2026

Breakfast Chef

Missouri River Ranch, LLC

Craig, Montana

Wages/Pay
$3,000.00 - $3,500.00 / month + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Aug 07, 2026

MRR is looking for a Seasonal Sous Chef to work alongside our Executive Chef beginning in August and running through the end of October. Our Seasonal Sous Chef will have the freedom to explore their passion while living in an idyllic setting. The Seasonal Sous Chef is responsible for breakfast service and our lunch program. 

Requirements, responsibilities, and duties:

  • A passion for great food and presentation

  • Willingness to work with suppliers such as Sysco, U.S. foods, QFD, Costco, and small regional distributors

  • Responsible for meal periods such as: breakfast, lunch, staff meal, etc.

  • Assist Head Chef with flexible menu utilizing seasonal foods and accommodating fluctuating service levels

  • Ensure safety and sanitation practices are followed

  • Interact with guests while working in an open kitchen

  • Develop and maintain a friendly, high energy work environment

  • Our season runs through October, 2026

  • 11.5 days on, 2.5 days off (guaranteed; other additional time off based on scheduling)

  • Authorized to work in the U.S.A.

We are a small property, with only 13 rooms and a maximum headcount of 26 guests. When necessary, all employees may be asked to assist in responsibilities outside of their regular job description. Teamwork and attitude are integral to our success! We are a small team of 12 employees who enjoy working together as well as recreating outside! Nothing better than a float on our private section of river during our days off. 

Housing and meals on property are included at no cost for this position. The Seasonal Chef will be living in a newly constructed house with the Head Chef/culinary team. Compensation is DOE. 

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch.

  • The employee must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time (up to eight hours) and the ability to push/pull up to fifty pounds. 

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.


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Missouri River Ranch, LLC

The Missouri River Ranch is set on a century-old ranch and conveniently located just upstream from the town of Craig, Montana. The 160-acre property includes over a mile of private riverfront along some of the river’s best fly fishing. Perfect gig for anyone dreaming of a change of pace and a summer out West. Bring your fly rod!

Location
Montana
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
12
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
On-site housing, Starlink WiFi, delicious staff meals!
Family housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good
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