- Wages/Pay
- $15.00 / hour + tips
- Experience Level
- Some experience required
- Job Start Date
- Jun 19, 2026
We’re looking for qualified individuals to join our team for the 2026 summer season at the Circle Bar Guest Ranch in Utica, Montana and Blackwater Creek Ranch in Cody, WY. We are currently hiring for Housekeepers/Kitchen Help and Wranglers. Immediate start date.
Ideal candidates will be able to work year-round and remain a part of the True Ranch Collection team at our different guest ranch properties in Arizona, Montana, and Wyoming. The summer season concludes in October, with the potential to continue onward to our Arizona ranches for the winter season.
HOUSEKEEPERS/KITCHEN HELP
Housekeeping duties include but are not limited to:
Cleaning and servicing guest rooms
Vacuuming, dusting, cleaning
Cleaning of common areas
Laundry and maintenance of the laundry room
Preparation of dining areas for meals
Meal Service and clearing tables after meals
Assist with meal prep as needed
Wash dishes
Room and board are included in the compensation package. $15 per hour plus tips. Immediate start date.
WRANGLERS
Ample horse experience and riding skills are required. Previous wrangling experience preferred. Applicants must be hard-working with good people skills.
Duties Include but are not limited to:
Leading or dragging ranch trail rides
Ensuring safety of guests and livestock on guided trail rides
Feeding, grooming and tacking horses
Clean-up of corral area and stalls
Leading other guest activities such as UTV Tours, Sport Shooting, Archery, Fishing, Guided Hikes
Assistance with housekeeping and kitchen duties
Ability to adjust to short-notice changes
Horse hauling experience a plus
Requires valid drivers license and ideal candidates will have reliable transportation
Room and board are included in the compensation package. $15 per hour plus tips. Immediate start date at Blackwater Creek Ranch in Cody, Wyoming.
RANCH COOK
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.
Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
Duties include:
-Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner
-Food and supply ordering
-Create weekly menus
-Accommodate special dietary needs of our guests
-Maintain clean kitchen space and assist with dishes/clean-up
-Work professionally and efficiently with other kitchen and ranch staff
Compensation Package: $18 per hour, plus room & board and tips. Immediate start date.
Each employee is hired for a specific position, and generally their work falls within that job description; however, we are looking for candidates that are willing to help wherever needed.
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!
ABOUT THE TRUE RANCH COLLECTION
The True Ranch Collection is a selection of historic dude ranches offering guests an authentic western experience. In conjunction with its historic preservation company Ranch Preservation Holdings, LLC, True Ranch is committed to maintaining the hospitality and heritage of the western dude ranches in the True Ranch Collection.
Each of the ranches in this collection have been revived for the next generation of guests; while staying true to the authenticity, identity and heritage of each ranch, and committing to keeping the hospitality and traditions of the West alive. Adventure and relaxation in unique western settings await.
How to Apply
Please email your resume to info@trueranchcollection.com.
Contact Info
True Ranch Collection
The True Ranch Collection is a selection of historic dude ranches offering guests an authentic western experience and includes four historic ranches in Southern Arizona, Montana and Wyoming: Blackwater Creek Lodge & Guest Ranch (Cody, WY), Circle Bar Guest Ranch (Hobson, MT), Kay El Bar Guest Ranch (Wickenburg, AZ), Rancho de la Osa (Sasabe, AZ) and Tombstone Monument Ranch (Tombstone, AZ).
- Location
- Arizona, Montana, and Wyoming
- Season
- Year Round
- Staff size
- Varies by location
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
