Ranch Chef

The Ranch Chef is responsible for planning coordinating and executing high-quality meals for guest groups ranging from 5 to 80 people. This role combines culinary leadership with hands-on hospitality support. Because ranch operations fluctuate with event schedules the Ranch Chef must also be flexible and willing to assist with broader guest services when culinary demand is lower. This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys cooking at scale thrives in a team environment and values creating exceptional guest experiences in a ranch setting.

Primary Responsibilities (Culinary & Catering)

• Plan and execute meals for retreats events and guest stays (580 people)
• Design thoughtful seasonal menus that align with guest needs dietary restrictions and event goals
• Create detailed shopping lists
• Maintain food cost awareness and minimize waste
• Oversee kitchen organization cleanliness and food safety standards
• Coordinate vet & manage additional cooking or service help as needed
• Prepare cook and present meals to a high standard
• Ensure timely meal service according to event schedules
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment

Secondary Responsibilities (Hospitality Support)

When the culinary workload is light the Ranch Chef will assist with:

• Event curation and planning support
• Guest transportation (if qualified to drive ranch vehicles)
• Event setup and teardown (tables décor dining areas etc.)
• General hospitality assistance to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Occasional housekeeping or common-area support as needed
• Team collaboration across departments

QualificationsRequired:

• Experience cooking for groups (commercial catering camp restaurant or institutional setting)
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and willingness to perform non-culinary tasks
• Physical ability to lift stand and move throughout the day
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety
• Valid drivers license
• Background check and drug screen required upon offer of employment

Qualifications Preferred:

• Professional culinary training or equivalent experience
• Experience with large-batch cooking and buffet service
• Knowledge of dietary accommodations (gluten-free dairy-free allergies etc.)
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Hospitality retreat or ranch experience

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Full-time - varied schedule based on guest bookings and events
• Evenings weekends and holidays may be required
• Fast-paced during events slower between groups
• Outdoor and indoor work across ranch facilities

Job ID: 19530

Wage:$24/hr.

Call A2Z Personnel in Hamilton or Stevensville for information regarding this position or to ask about our benefits which include health coverage retirement savings and personal paid time off. A2Z Personnel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse workplace. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age physical or mental disability marital status religion creed sex sexual orientation political beliefs or other characteristics unrelated to the skills and abilities required for a job performance. The agency provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. For more information view the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster and Americans with Disabilities Act Notice or visit: Experience:

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