West Creek Ranch

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West Creek Ranch

Emigrant, Montana

Keep the Magic Running Behind the Scenes

Job start date
Jun 22, 2026

Current Job Openings

    Food and Beverage

    Cook

    Emigrant

    The ideal candidate for the West Creek Ranch’s Kitchen will live our core values of: Putting people first, by advocating beside our team of associates and catering to our guests. Leading by example as an expression of the quality services we promote. Including everyone in day-to-day activities and tasks. Innovating continually by sharing new ideas and implementing them when it benefits the team and our guests. Listening and responding to everyone to the best of their ability. Giving back to others by incorporating all other values daily and connecting with the community. 

    A successful cook at West Creek Ranch is focused and motivated. West Creek is a unique guest ranch that functions with a cyclic menu of scratch made foods with varied styles of meal services from BBQ to fine-dining plated dinners. We have the unique opportunity to go above and beyond each day to make our guest’s experience unforgettable. Our small guest capacity coupled with a Monday to Friday work week means we have the time and resources to execute our menu to the highest standards.

    Line Cook Job Responsibilities:

    • Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.

    • Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.

    • Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.

    • Cooks food items by grilling, smoking, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.

    • Maintains cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.

    • Cleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces throughout the shift.  

    Requirements and skills

    • Proven cooking experience preferred, but willing to train the right individual.

    • Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

    • Strong collaboration/teamwork skills.

    • Strong sanitation habits.

    • Flexible and creative with a “Can do” attitude.

    Please apply by clicking the link below.

    https://ambgroup.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AMB_West/job/West-Creek/Kitchen-Cook_R0028509-1

    Guest Services

    Guest Services

    Emigrant

    Join us in Montana for your next summer adventure with a fun variety job!

    The ideal candidate for the West Creek Ranch’s Hospitality Specialist will live our core values of: Putting people first, by advocating beside our team of associates and catering to our guests. Leading by example as an expression of the quality services we promote. Including everyone in day-to-day activities and tasks. Innovating continually by sharing new ideas and implementing them when it benefits the team and our guests. Listening and responding to everyone to the best of their ability. Giving back to others by incorporating all other values daily and connecting with the community. 

    West Creek Ranch Hospitality Specialist is the ultimate variety job! This position reports to the Operations Manager, and rotates through our dining room, housekeeping department, dishwashing, and transportation. In addition, this associate may assist in activities during the week, either joining a group hike or driving transportation to our off-site activities. Our Hospitality Specialist folks are the pride of our operations and make every guest experience first class.


    Qualifications and Education Requirements               

    • Ability to be flexible and work a variety of jobs.

    • Desire to bring forward their genuine self to build a culture of inclusivity and achievement in the workplace daily.

    • Current certification in CPR and First Aid (or ability to acquire before start of employment)

    • Current ServeSafe Alcohol certification, TIPS training, or similar (we can provide training for those that are not current)

    • Ability to follow a checklist to accomplish all tasks during a shift, and give feedback on such checklists as needed to improve efficiency.

    • Ability to problem solve and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

    • Ability to work with guests and staff in a respectful manner.

    • Able to meet physical requirements of the job which include repetitive motions, standing, sitting, kneeling, bending, twisting, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

    • Ability to work in inclement weather to complete tasks.

    Preferred Skills

    • Prior experience in hospitality.

    • Prior guest ranch experience with a focus on fine dining.

    • Experience navigating in large passenger vans.

    Responsibilities for Each Shift
    Housekeeping:

    • Clean guest areas, including rooms, common areas, and restrooms, per checklists.

    • Replenish supplies, such as linens and bathroom items.

    • Wash, fold, and store linens and towels per laundry instructions.

    • Perform miscellaneous daily and weekly cleaning tasks as needed or specified.

    • Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.

    • Perform other job duties as assigned.

    Dining:

    • Prepare guest and staff dining areas for meals, including setting up items such as tables, buffets, linens, silverware, glassware, chafers, condiments, etc.

    • Serve/refill food and beverages for guests and staff.

    • Check with guests to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.

    • Remove dishes and glasses from tables and take them to kitchen for cleaning.

    • After guests and staff have finished dining: clean tables, floors, and other areas as needed.

    • Perform other job duties as assigned.

    Dishwashing:

    • Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, and cookware using dishwasher or by hand.

    • Place clean items in correct storage areas in organized manner.

    • Maintain cleanliness of dishwashing station.

    • Perform other job duties as assigned.

    Transportation:

    • Must be 21 years of age and a clean driving record. (For our insurance)

    • Transport guests to and from the airport or activities.

    • Label and load guests’ luggage at the airport.

    • Transport guests’ luggage to and from cabins.

    • Perform other job duties as assigned.

    Please apply by clicking the link below. 

    https://ambgroup.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AMB_West/job/West-Creek/Hospitality-Specialist_R0028525-1

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