Employment

Employment at the Ranch

Red Horse Mountain Ranch has a strong commitment to excellence for our guests. We strive to provide the most amazing vacations and give our guests the timeless memories of a ranch vacation. But with that said, the ranch seasonal employees spend the entire summer on the ranch. It’s so much more than just a week here and it’s more than just a summer job. It’s a the total Red Horse experience and one you’ll never forget. Many years from now you’ll still be in contact with the many friends you’ll make this coming summer.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who want an experience, not just a job. We’re looking for individuals with self starter attitudes, who know the value of being a strong member of a team, and who enjoy hospitality and caring for people. We’re looking for those with experience, who enjoy teaching, and those who have a heart for hospitality even if they need training. A Staff member who lives on a ranch must have a flexible attitude and have the expectation to help in any area of the ranch operations. A love for all things outdoors is a must!

Housing & Meals

Generally, seasonal employees will live on the ranch in our employee housing, much like a co-ed dorm. Each employee will have a roommate. There is a large common area and separate large men’s and lady’s bathrooms. Meals are provided during your work days, approximately 5 days per week. The chefs will make breakfast to order, lunch is usually a buffet and served with a salad bar, and dinners are also buffet with at least two proteins. Staff with food allergies should notify the chefs so they can be sure to accommodate.

Work Days & Days Off

Each position on the ranch has its own requirements. Depending on your position, you should expect anywhere between 40-50 hours per week over 5-6 days. As a general rule, ranch management attempts to make sure everyone has 2 days off a week, but we can’t always guarantee. Staff who are wanting to make more can usually pick up additional work on the ranch. We highly recommend telling your interviewer if you’d be interested in additional work. Should you accept extra work, we do ask that you maintain this through the entire summer.

The ranch attempts to be flexible as possible, but additional time off during the summer is rare. We staff conservatively to allow our pay to be as good as possible. Staff missing shifts at anytime during the summer means other staff need to pick up your work.

Uniforms & What You’ll Need

In most cases, some part of your uniform will be provided, but each job has certain requirements that employees will have to provide. Most often this would include boots, jeans, water shoes, and typical summer clothing. You’ll be provided a list. We also suggest you bring items to help you enjoy the many outdoor pursuits in the area. Many times during the summer, the staff visit nearby places to go fishing, float rivers, camp, hike, climb, and generally take advantage of what Idaho has to offer.

As for some large equipment you may need or want to bring, please make sure to talk with the ranch manager prior to arriving. You’d think on 560 acres in Idaho there would lots of space, but the employee area does get congested with such a large staff. As a general rule, we’d prefer motorized equipment like ATVs or motorcycles get left home. Bikes, kayaks, and other crafts should be cleared before arriving. We just want to make sure there’s room.

Start / End Dates 

All positions start in early May during our staff training period. You’ll be given a couple weeks to learn your job, have a chance to be on the ranch prior to our season start and enjoy many outdoor opportunities. This is your chance to learn about who you’ll be spending the summer with and get comfortable.

The Hiring Process

The ranch begins posting jobs as early as November prior to the next season. Applications are collected throughout the winter and interviews start around the beginning of January. If your application meets exactly what we’re looking for, we may immediately begin the interview process. In other words, the earlier you apply the better. We prefer to have our positions filled no later than the end of March for the upcoming season. After you’ve been offered a position, you’ll receive a letter from the ranch manager explaining more about being on the ranch. We highly recommend you take time to read through the letter and make sure you understand everything. If you have any questions, this is the time to call the ranch and get answers.

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