Looking for a year-round cook for historic dude ranches, starting in Montana or Wyoming!

Posted: Jun 30, 2026

Cook

True Ranch Collection

Cody, Wyoming and Hobson, Montana

Wages/Pay
$18.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Jul 01, 2026

The True Ranch Collection is looking for Ranch Cooks 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. We have an immediate open positions for our summer seasons at Blackwater Creek Lodge & Guest Ranch in Cody, WY and the Circle Bar Guest Ranch in Hobson, MT.

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Compensation Package:  $18 per hour, plus room & board and tips.

Duties include:

-Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner

-Food and supply ordering

-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

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.

About True Ranch Services: www.trueranchcollection.com

Our hospitality management group, True Ranch Services, manages four dude ranches in Southern Arizona and one in Montana. The historic ranches in the True Ranch Collection are unique and authentic guest ranches in some of the West’s best country.

How to Apply

Please email your resume to info@trueranchcollection.com.

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
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