Job Starts: Jun 03, 2024
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Currently recruiting for the season from May 27th, 2024 to October 1st, 2024.
Want to LIVE and work in the Wilderness? Your Adventure begins at Turpin Meadow Ranch - Free Staff Housing!
The property is on the Bridger-Teton National Forest and is the gateway to the Teton Wilderness, Wyoming’s second largest Wilderness Area!
- Location
- Wyoming
- Season
- Summer and Fall
- Staff size
- 35
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Large House Dorm Style
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- None
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About Turpin Meadow Ranch
Step out of the everyday and into the extraordinary wild beauty of Wyoming. Western adventure meets modern luxury in a twist on the classic dude ranch experience at Turpin Meadow Ranch. Immerse yourself in the true nature of the wild with front-door access to 2.5 million acres of Teton wilderness without compromising on comfort. Nestled on the banks of the Buffalo Fork River between Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, our secluded location just 40 minutes north of Jackson Hole International Airport is the perfect escape for those who seek adventure and relaxation.
Our expert staff and guides make the guest experience exceptional and help to get the most out of our many Green and White Season adventures. Our goal is to inspire our guests to indulge in everything the Ranch has to offer, including horseback riding, fly fishing, personalized Grand Teton and Yellowstone tours, Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, and fat biking. With picturesque views fit for an Ansel Adams catalog and luxurious private accommodations, adventure awaits all at Turpin Meadow Ranch.
The Employee Experience
Working at Turpin Meadow Ranch is a very fulfilling experience. Our single goal is to provide the best possible guest experiences for each and every one of our clients. No one position or department is any more or less important than another. Whether washing dishes or wrangling horses, everything we do here matters.
We work as a team and every staff person is and should be willing to help anywhere needed at any time. We all help support each other when needed.
The work is not hard but we all work very hard. Days can be long but in the end, when you see a guest having the experience of a lifetime it's all worth it.
Turpin Meadow Ranch positions are considered full-time seasonal. Workweeks are based on 5 days and workdays are scheduled for 10 hours. Each staff person is provided 2 days off and if additional days are worked, the staff is compensated accordingly.
Ideal Candidate
Is this you?:
Our ideal candidates love the outdoors and have hospitality in mind no matter what duty is being completed. Guest service and satisfaction are paramount. Though we have a lot of fun at Turpin Meadow Ranch, we are looking for the most talented and professional individuals. We require that candidates be 18 years of age or older and possess positive characteristics. We are looking for healthy individuals who pay attention to their personal hygiene and appearance. Please, no smokers as we are a smoke-free campus.
We are looking for responsible individuals who are respectful of themselves, others, animals, and property. It is important that our employees are flexible and can take direction while maintaining a joyful spirit. Attention to detail is a must, ideally, our employees can see what needs to be done without being asked. Our team members need to have positive attitudes and strong work ethics, everyone is expected to be willing and happy to lend a helping hand when needed. It is key that our employees can be happy in a remote area with limited cell phone service, if this is a concern please discuss it during the interview process.
Turpin Meadow Staff is the key to the success of our Ranch. Time and time again our guests mention the staff by name in our 5 Star reviews. A positive guest experience can directly result in a higher income for our staff. Everyone works as a team to see that our guests have the best Wyoming Ranch experience possible.
Room and Board
Turpin Meadow Ranch provides on-property housing for all staff at no charge. Housing is considered bunk style, meaning typically everyone has a roommate. The housing includes access to a community kitchen in each building and a staff laundry facility is also provided on the property.
Employee Perks
All ranch staff receives a portion of shared gratuities via a very robust Camp Tip Program. Guests contribute to a Ranch Gratuity based on their experience at the Ranch. This gratuity is then collected over the season and distributed equally to all the staff at the end of each season. Because you, as part of the ranch staff can directly impact your income buy assuring every guest has the best time possible, you will find everyone on the team has a common goal.
Staff also have access to the ranch amenities. As a part of the Turpin Meadow Winter Team, you will have access to all that the ranch has to offer. We provide opportunities for staff to participate in all the activities offered including fishing, horseback riding, fat tire biking, hiking and many other activities at the ranch. We offer special employee discounts on retail items and food from the restaurant. We also work with several vendors throughout the area that provide special consideration for Turpin Meadow Staff on their services.
Getting Here and Getting Around
You will be expected to arrive in Jackson Hole by your own means. Jackson Hole does have an airport, though it is strongly recommended that you have your own means of reliable transportation so that you can explore the nearby national parks and get into the town of Jackson on your own. The ranch does not provide regular employee shuttles.
Navigation systems and GPS units may provide inaccurate information, so it's a good idea to print and prepare your driving directions beforehand. If you have any questions about closed roads or general directions, please call us before you begin your journey to the ranch. Cell phone reception can be limited in many nearby areas and through many parts of Wyoming.
For Fun
If you are an outdoor enthusiast Turpin Meadow Ranch is the place for you!
With stunning views of the Tetons out the front door and Wyoming’s second-largest Wilderness Area out the back door, there is never a moment of dullness. Turpin Meadow is 15 miles from the entrance of Grand Teton National Park and 40 miles to the south boundary entrance of Yellowstone National Park. With three National Forest trail-heads within walking distance, you will quickly be on your way to exploring the backcountry.
There is world-class skiing, fat tire biking, snowmobiling, climbing, hiking, and camping in Jackson Hole. Multi-sport days are a regular thing around these parts, it is not unheard of to ski, bike, and snowmobile all on the same day. By night enjoy a campfire with some good friends. The ranch is located only an hour away from the town of Jackson.
Staff is encouraged to take advantage of everything the ranch and the surrounding area have to offer. We work, live and play together. We want our staff to have the same experiences our guests do.
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- Scheduling all guest activities and dining reservations
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- Welcoming guests on arrival and providing complete assistance during their stay
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- Coordinating with the other staff members and departments to ensure guest satisfaction
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Guest Services
Activities Coordinator
Jackson Hole
Summer Activities Coordinator
Activities & Guest Services Coordinator
Are you exceptionally well organized and love people? Do you have a passion for fun and the outdoors? Are you a professional multi-tasker? Then this is the job for you!
We seek a proactive and customer-centric Activities and guest Services Coordinator to join our team. As a part of the Turpin Meadow Ranch Guest Services team, you are responsible for promoting, scheduling, and coordinating all ranch recreation activities, rentals, and dining for our in-house and out-of-house guests. We offer activities such as Horseback Riding, Guided Fishing, Guided National Park Tours, Fat Biking, Wilderness Pack Trips, and Winter Wildlife Tours. Besides scheduling activities, you will provide front-desk support to guests and perform administrative duties. As the focal point of contact for the guests, we are looking for someone with a positive, energetic, and welcoming personality.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
Requirements
We require that candidates be 18 years of age or older. We are looking for healthy individuals who care about their hygiene and appearance.
MUST BE ABLE TO COMMIT TO THE ENTIRE SUMMER SEASON (JUNE THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2024)
EMPLOYEE PERKS:
·Substantial End of Season Camp Bonus.
·During the season, a general camp BONUS fund grows and is divided among the staff at the end of the season.
·FREE Housing for staff is provided.
·Salary based on experience and length of commitment
Housekeeping
Housekeeper
Jackson Hole
The beauty and elegance of our guest cabins are one of the most important parts of a Turpin Meadow stay. Turpin Meadow Ranch is looking a for customer service superstar to lead our housekeeping team. We have 14 separate units on-site varying in size from single-room cabins to large multi-level chalets. Our housekeepers are responsible to take care of the daily cabin refreshes or cleans, ranch laundry as well as keeping the main lodge looking its best.
Attention to detail and professional motivation is a requirement.
Salary is based on experience and seasonal commitment.
Free Housing Included
Camp Tip Bonus Program
Food & Beverage
Server / Bartender
Jackson Hole
Looking for a server with bartending experience. Must have extreme customer service skills, friendly and outgoing.
A passion for the outdoors and a desire to assure guests have an amazing dining experience is required.
While the dining at Turpin Meadow ranch is fine, the atmosphere is comfortable. Each guest is to be welcomed like an old friend and served like they are royalty.
Salary based on experience.
Free Housing Included
Camp Tips and Restaurant tips
Barn
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Jackson Hole
The job of a wrangler is to respectfully guide guests on horseback rides while providing safety and care for our guests and horses. The job requires physical strength and mental stamina to get through long days with a positive attitude. You will be required to brush and saddle up to 20 horses in the early morning in a timely manner, establish mutual respect between yourself and your clients, maintain composure at all times, deal with unexpected circumstances with the utmost professionalism, build and repair a fence, feed and water the herd, maintain pastures, prevent injuries (both human and horse), provide minor vetting to injured/ill horses, and be ready to respond to any task requested of you from management. As you’ve probably gathered, the job comes with massive amounts of responsibility, though we wranglers also have a lot of fun. We are looking for competent individuals with strength and a positive attitude to join our tightly-knit team.
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Food & Beverage
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Camp Tip Applies
Free Housing Included
Food & Beverage
Sous Chef
Jackson Hole
Sous Chef - June through September
Turpin Meadow Ranch is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to assist in leading our exemplary culinary team into a new season of prairie-to-plate dining. This leadership position is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef with the oversight and direction of the culinary team at Turpin Meadow Ranch and will assist in leading the charge in the development of the daily menu rotation to reflect the changes of the season and pay homage to the local farmers, foragers, and ranchers who share our vision of quality meals sourced from our spectacular surroundings.
Our expert staff and guides are ready to make your experience exceptional and help you get the most out of our many green seasons and white season adventures that will inspire and indulge, including horseback riding, fly fishing, personalized Grand Teton and Yellowstone tours, Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, and fat biking. With picturesque views fit for an Ansel Adams catalog and luxurious private accommodations to retreat to, adventure awaits you at Turpin Meadow Ranch. We require that candidates be 18 years of age or older and possess positive characteristics. We are looking for healthy individuals who pay attention to their personal hygiene and appearance.
Free in Seasonal Housing
Event Gratuities
Salary Plus - Generous End-of-Season Bonus
How to Apply
Click APPLY HERE and submit your application. Do not forget to include a copy of your most recent resume. Work-related references will be required.
Our office will reply to each applicant immediately upon receipt of an application with an attached resume. Please provide current contact information.
Turpin Meadow intends to fill all available 2023 Summer/Fall positions no later than April 15th, 2023
Contact Info
- Ron Stiffler
- GM@turpinmeadowranch.com
- (307) 543-2000
- www.turpinmeadowranch.com
