Piney River Ranch
Piney River Ranch
Currently recruiting for the season from June 19th, 2024 to October 1st, 2024.
Piney River Ranch is a privately owned and operated ranch surrounded by the White River National Forest. We are open June 21st through the last weekend in September each year and have a wide range of activities on offer for day and overnight guests.
Set on the edge of Piney Lake, and nestled at the foot of the majestic Gore Range, Piney River Ranch is a private, forty-acre Rocky Mountain retreat, long known as a favorite wedding and day-trip destination. We are located just twelve miles north of Vail Village, surrounded by thousands of acres of back country wilderness within the White River National Forest.
- Location
- Colorado
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 25
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Dorm style cabins
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Some meals / discounts
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Intermittent
About Piney River Ranch
Piney River Ranch is Vail, Colorado’s most breathtaking destination for weddings, retreats, day-trips, and reunions.
Piney River Ranch is not only a picture perfect Colorado wedding and event venue. We have a variety of activities and summer fun for the entire family. From fly-fishing, hiking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, waterfalls or simply relaxing by the fire pit, Piney has something for everyone. We also offer lodging for our overnight guests and an on-site restaurant that boasts the best smoked BBQ around.
The Employee Experience
Working at Piney River Ranch - a privately owned and operated ranch surrounded by the White River National Forest, is one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences you can have. You will have the chance to meet a great group of like minded people and work in one of Colorado's most picturesque locations. The ranch is open to the public daily from 9 am - 6 pm from June 21st through the last weekend in September each year. We offer hiking, water activities, horse back riding, fly fishing and a full service restaurant. We also have lodging for overnight guests as well as multiple events scheduled throughout each week.
Ideally our staff would be available from June 18th/19th through October 1st however these dates are flexible for the right candidates.
We offer hiking, water activities, fly fishing and a full service restaurant. We also have lodging for overnight guests as well as multiple events scheduled throughout each week.
There is always something happening and always something to do. So if you aren't afraid of hard work and want to have an amazing summer then come and work for us.
Ideal Candidate
Piney River Ranch's ideal candidate would be someone who is enthusiastic, energetic and personable. Our business is 100% customer service, 100% of the time. So if you are interested in spending your summer outdoors in one of Vail's most beautiful locations then you will love it at Piney.
We live in close quarters here and there's very little separation between work and home. You finish work, head to employee housing and see your coworkers. For this reason it's very important that staff be flexible, communicative, emotionally mature, community oriented, and able to solve interpersonal problems. It's also important to find ways to take time for yourself and to unplug from the community and recharge your batteries when you need to.
Room and Board
We offer some limited shared accommodations to our full-time out of town staff. Our accommodations consist of studio style cabins where you will be sharing with 1 or 2 other people.
$400/month deducted from your paycheck. All utilities included.
All employees share a bath house/laundry room located a short walk from your cabins. None of the accommodations have plumbing inside of them.
Some staff opt to rent a place in Vail for the summer and carpool in as the ranch can feel a little isolated and repetitive after a few weeks of no cell or internet. Seasonal housing in Vail is expensive and difficult to find. We are unable to assist in helping you find housing off property.
Employee Perks
All of our employees both part time and full time are entitled to the following:
- Discounted meals - 50% off
- Unlimited activities – based on availability
- 30% off retail
Getting Here and Getting Around
The only way to get to Piney is by car. The closest town is Vail (45 minutes away) and the closest city is Denver (2.5 hours away).
As we are located 12 miles in the wilderness we highly recommend having a car. The road to Piney is a bumpy dirt road so we do recommend a car with somewhat higher clearance. Having said that we have guests travel up and down the road everyday in all sorts of vehicles.
Should you not have a car there are plenty of options of getting rides with coworkers to and from town. Once in town Vail has a comprehensive free bus service so you will have plenty of options to explore the village.
For Fun
There is a mountain of fun activities to do on the ranch as well as in Vail village. Right at your door step is hiking, fishing, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding or just plain relaxing surrounded by nature.
Vail Village has a multitude of summer activities each year - many of them free. They also have many great restaurants and breweries as well as hiking, biking, frisbee golf and so much more.
Current Job Openings
- Direct boat traffic on the dock.
- Greet all guests in a pleasant and helpful manner.
- Answer questions from customers about water activities.
- Instruct guests in safe boating operations.
- Prepare all guests with proper life jackets and equipment.
- Assist guests with waiver forms.
- Assist all guests entering water craft.
- Perform basic POS functions and handle transactions.
- Meet all returning boats and guests as they arrive at the dock.
- Clean all boats upon their return.
- Ensure all boats are properly secured at all times.
- Be knowledgeable about the Ranch and its offerings.
- Remain calm and positive at all times.
- Be aware and attentive to customers’ needs, both on and off the water.
- Keep the dock and boathouse clean at all times.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures dependent on scheduled shift.
- Adhere to company dress code while on duty.
- Appropriate non slip footwear must be worn at all times. No flip flops or open toed shoes will be permitted.
- Keep management apprised of any units that are in need of repairs and/or parts.
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors all day.
- Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
- Perform physical activities such as lifting up to 50lbs, stooping, walking and standing for extended periods of time.
- High School Diploma or equivalent GED or working towards.
- 16 years or older.
- 1+ years of customer service experience.
- Fly fishing experience or knowledge.
- CPR Certified.
- 2+ years of server experience + supervising experience
- 2+ years of event experience
- TIPS Certified
- Food Handlers Card
- Prepare the tables, laying out napkins and utensils, making sure the condiments are refilled, performing all other preparation tasks.
- Stay updated on current menu choices, specialties and menu deviations, knowing if the kitchen staff is running out of any items, etc.
- Handle the table bookings, direct customers to their tables, presenting menus, suggesting dishes, assisting in drink selection, informing customers about food preparation details, communicating specific customer needs to the cooks.
- Maintain proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, offering desserts and drinks, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
- Prepare mixed drinks for service to your customers table.
- Properly open and pour wine.
- Obtain revenues, issuing receipts, accepting payments, returning the change.
- Perform basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor.
- Greet all guests and owners warmly with an appropriate greeting.
- Understand and can communicate products and services available at the restaurant.
- Communicate comfortably and effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth running of food service.
- Fill in for absent staff when needed.
- Assist with food prep or dishwashing when needed or during slow times.
- Complete opening and closing procedures daily.
- Complete daily server close out – ensure all cash, receipts and reports are accounted for.
- Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
- Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
- Perform physical activities such as lifting up to 25lbs, stooping, walking and standing for extended periods of time.
- High school Diploma or equivalent GED
- 2+ years serving experience in a fast paced environment
- 1+ years of bartending experience
- Must have some familiarity with basic cooking skills
- Food Handlers Card
- TIPS Certified
Boat Dock
Boat Dock Attendant
The Boat Dock Attendant provides all guests with exceptional customer service whilst maintaining the dock, all water activity equipment and its surrounding areas. Responsible for assisting guests with rentals, equipment, paperwork and payment. Ensure guests are assisted in and out of canoes and that they are aware of any and all safety concerns.
Applicant must be willing to work outdoors, have basic fly fishing knowledge and be a true people person.
Responsibilities
Education and Experience
Events
Event Assistant/Front Desk Agent
MUST HAVE PREVIOUS EVENT EXPERIENCE!
POSITION BEGINS MID JUNE 2024 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2024!
Assist with managing all phases of the banquet event and ensure that all service standards and Piney River Ranch policies are followed by banquet staff. Understand menu selections and major ingredients to relay to the guest and communicate effectively to all staff the banquet event order. Act as an additional contact person for the client and perform site tours for potential clients. Comfortable working in a fast-pace environment.
Conduct site tours with potential couples.
On non event days will be working the front desk helping guests with questions about the ranch, manning the register, checking in lodging guests and overseeing the retail store.
Responsibilities
Assist with set-up of tables, linens, chairs, glassware, service-ware, wedding deck, etc. for full service of banquet events, perform physical activities such as lifting to 50lbs, walking, and standing for extended periods of time
Be familiar with the Ranch’s services, features, activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately environment, maintain complete knowledge of and comply with event and ranch policies and procedures
Supervise dinner buffet to ensure everything run smoothly and efficiently, assist with buffet breakdown, ensure replenishment of items as specified on banquet event orders, make sure that designated condiments are broken down and safely stored and all banquet supplies are returned to designated storage areas, perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, assisting with event dishwashing, ensuring guest restrooms are clean, tidy, and stocked throughout the event, monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of event and kitchen area, and ensure pavilion set for next event
Anticipate guests needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge all guests, resolve guest complaints if possible, otherwise refer them to your manager immediately to ensure timely resolution of complaint and in turn guest satisfaction, maintain a friendly and approachable attitude towards guests and staff
Coordinate breaks for assigned employees, ensure all closing duties for staff are completed before staff sign out, provide feedback on staff performance, report disciplinary problems to Sales and Event Manager, participate in the counseling of employees, promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale
Qualifications
Restaurant
Server
The Restaurant Server will be comfortable interacting with our guests and ensuring they have an enjoyable experience dining with us. They will be responsible for positive guest interactions while serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner. At all times, servers are expected to be attentive to our guests needs and make them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed. Servers are expected to have some basic food knowledge. All functions are to be carried out in an environment of teamwork. Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
Responsibilities
Education and Experience
How to Apply
If you are interested in finding out more about working at Piney River Ranch visit our employee website at www.workatpiney.com.
Read more about the company at www.pineyriverranch.com.
HOW TO APPLY
Already decided we're a good fit? Complete an online application via the link below today!
NO APPLICATIONS WITHOUT RESUMES PLEASE.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Contact Info
- Piney River Ranch
- info@pineyriverranch.com
- (303) 905-4439
- www.pineyriverranch.com
