Montana Guest Ranch hiring Multiple Positions for 2026 Season ~ Wrangler, Cook, Ranch Hand, Housekeeping, more

JJJ Wilderness Ranch

Email

[email protected]

Phone

406-562-3653

Location

Augusta, MT

Job Type

Seasonal
(May - Sept/Oct/Nov)

Salary

DOE

Posted

January 10, 2026

Housing Offered

Yes

Experience

2-5 yrs

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Are you looking for a job where you can inspire others and make an impact? We seek exceptional individuals to help us provide a warm, caring, safe, and stress-free environment for our guests. Our employees are important to us and become part of the family. We strive for excellence and the best service in the industry, so we look for employees with the same qualities. If you are a self-proclaimed slacker, stop reading now. However, if you are a self-motivated, high-energy, problem-solving person with a passion for the outdoors and people, we would like to hear from you!

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Ranch Wrangler:

The Wrangler staff is responsible for the education, safety, and enjoyment of our guest riding program and care of our horses and livestock. This position requires a motivated, honest, and flexible individual with great customer service skills who can work productively with or without supervision and will act immediately as circumstances arise. Wranglers saddle up to 40 horses a day; therefore, must be in good physical health with the ability to lift at least 60 lbs. Horse experience with knowledge of basic vet care, shoeing, horse training, and general use of tools and repair is required. Wranglers present a neat, clean appearance with western-style dress of cowboy hat, cowboy boots, and collared shirts. Required to bring your saddle and RIDE FOR THE BRAND.

Must be able to work May 6 through October 3.

Kid’s Wrangler:

The Kid’s Wrangler is responsible for a structured children’s horse program for the young children who come with their families to the ranch. We prefer an individual with lots of experience with children, as well as many years of horse experience. A love of children and the patience to deal with them on a very personal basis is required. This person must be someone who can organize horse activities for children and be outgoing, energetic, creative, and positive. When there are not children at the ranch, the Kid’s Wrangler helps with regular Wrangler duties or assists wherever needed.

Must be able to work from May 6 through August 15.

Wrangler/Packer:

*Mule Packing Experience Required, please do not apply if no experience* The Wrangler staff is responsible for the education, safety, and enjoyment of our guest riding program and the care of our horses and livestock. This position requires a motivated, honest, and flexible individual with great customer service skills who can work productively with or without supervision and will act immediately as circumstances arise. saddling up to 40 horses a day; therefore, must be in good physical health with the ability to lift at least 6 lbs. Horse experience with knowledge of basic vet care, shoeing, horse training, and general use of tools and repair is required. The Wrangler/Packer/Hunting Guide is responsible for being a Ranch Wrangler most weeks throughout the summer season, but be flexible and happy to switch over and pack mules for the ranch during our Wilderness pack trips, multiple hay/supply runs, and during our backcountry elk hunting season. Will only consider individuals with specific experience with mule packing. Wrangler/Packer must present a neat, clean appearance with western-style dress of cowboy hat, cowboy boots, and collared shirts. Required to bring your saddle and RIDE FOR THE BRAND.

Must be able to work May 6 through mid to late November.

Fly-Fishing Guide/Ranch Hand:

This is a combined position that requires a motivated individual in good physical health who will have a lot of interaction with both guests and other staff. Must have good knowledge and experience of fly-fishing, teaching gun and bow safety to teach and guide guests.

In addition to guiding fishing and other activities, employee will be working with tools and equipment for general ranch repair & upkeep so needs to be safety conscious and able to work productively without supervision. Employee will drive guests in the van; therefore, must have a clean driving record.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and guiding fly-fishing to guests
Teaching gun safety and running trap shooting
Teaching bow safety and archery
Caring for ranch grounds: i.e. mowing, trimming, spraying & watering
Clean and maintain barn area, corrals, arena, and trails
Move hay, seed & harvest barley fodder daily to feed to horses
Assist with other guest activities: boating, hiking or any other guest need that arises with a smile on your face.
Maintain equipment, fix broken equipment, and be safety conscious
Fence building or repair
Willing to perform other duties such as driving the van, yard work, trash removal, painting, dishwashing, etc. when needed
Have a great sense of humor!

Must be able to work May 6^th through October 3^rd.

Breakfast Cook/Baker:

The Breakfast/Assistant Cook is responsible for preparing breakfast for both staff and guests each day. This role involves food preparation in collaboration with the Head Chef and the daily creation of baked goods. A strong work ethic, love for cooking, and a positive attitude are essential for this position, along with extensive experience in baking and general cooking.

The ideal candidate must be flexible, organized, and capable of effectively planning and managing tasks. They should be able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment, as collaboration and teamwork are crucial in the close quarters of the kitchen. Additionally, the individual must interact with guests in a friendly and sociable manner. The job requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and to stand for up to 8 hours a day.

Must be able to work May 6 through September.

Housekeeper/Server:

Housekeeping responsibilities include the cleaning of guest cabins and common areas of the ranch – changing towels, making & changing beds, cleaning bathrooms, taking out trash, vacuuming, washing windows, dusting, and various other cleaning related activities. Friday is our change-over day, and other staff helps to clean the ranch and team together to clean the cabins. The housekeeper supervises the cleaning of the cabins, and lodge. During the week, the housekeeper performs daily tidying of the cabins.

Wait staff duties include but are not limited to serving food to guests and staff in our dining room or at outdoor meals and functions, clearing after meals, cleaning of dining room, and packing for cookouts. Some minor food preparation may also be involved. If not needed in the kitchen, you may be helping with the gift shop, working in the yard, doing grounds maintenance, or any other duties assigned. We expect our facilities to be kept spotlessly clean, and meals to be excellently presented. We count on staff to be detail-oriented and to provide superior service and hospitality to our ranch guests.

Must be able to work from May 6 through October 3.

Nanny/All-Around:

We hire 2 Nanny/All-Around’s to rotate with Nanny duties and other jobs around the ranch. Nanny duties include taking care of the ranch manager Hayley & Trey’s young children who are 2.5 and 4 years old, and occasionally a 6 month old baby. This position requires an individual who works well independently and has qualified experience with small children and babies. Duties include games, crafts, lots of play-time both inside and outside, helping feed and clean up during snack and mealtime, changing diapers, helping with potty training, nap time, etc. Individual must pass a background check.

Other duties include: running the Ranch gift shop, assisting in the kitchen, yard work, or helping housekeeping staff.

Must be able to work from May 6 through September.