Dining Staff

Smith Fork Ranch is an upscale guest ranch located in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The ranch specializes in fine dining, horseback riding, fly fishing, and excellent service. Smith Fork Ranch prides itself on having an extensive wine cellar, luxurious guest accommodations in the rustic style, world class small stream fly fishing, miles upon miles of riding trails, and a very active children’s program. With a capacity of 26-28 guests per week and a staff of approximately 27, SFR employs energetic, hardworking, flexible, and team player staff members who understand the main goal is to give guests a wonderful and memorable vacation. SFR employees are team players that are extremely versatile and open to learning.

Job description:

The Dining Staff is responsible for the enjoyment of each dining experience of our guests. SFR’s chefs prepare gourmet meals each day, from special local ingredients of Colorado’s North Fork Valley – Lamb, Beef, Game, Fish, and some of the countries best locally grown organic fruits and vegetables. A full ranch breakfast is served in the Dinner Bell Cookhouse, and for lunch, each family, group, or individual picks up a picnic basket with their pre-selected lunch items for a picnic streamside, on a cabin porch or next to one of our many private ponds. Dinner is a special event and is served on the pavilion of the old Elk Lodge in full view of the Mountains. Other specialty meals during summer season include breakfast cooked over a campfire during an early morning trail ride and a weekly cookout at a site near the stream. The service and execution of each meal is of utmost importance to the overall guest ranch vacation experience, so superior customer service skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and keen attention to detail are vital to the success of Dining Staff and our overall Culinary Experience. A typical work week is approximately 60 hours – some weeks more some weeks less.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assure that the bar is open and ready for cocktail hour, hors d’ oeuvres on the deck and or in the Elk Lodge during cocktail hour
• Assure that the Dining room / Pavilion and Elk Lodge are kept clean
• Responsible for the set up and clean up of dining areas for all guest meals
• Set up for staff meals – making sure beverages are replenished and food is available
• Serve meals to guests and maintain a correct delivery of dinners if there are allergies or special requests
• Buff flatware and glasses and maintain dinner ware and serving pieces
• Water all flower arrangements around the Elk Lodge, Pavilion, and Dinner Bell Cookhouse
• Assure photos are taken during meals and special events
• Take part in evening dishwashing “rotation” (among all staff, duty is about twice monthly)
• Assist with kids dinners
• Contribute to the overall guest ranch experience by participating in weekly events such staff/guest BBQ, Saturday night cookout, campfires, dances, and other special events
• Assist with any ranch chore or activity as needed or directed such as wood cutting, lawn care, driving for off ranch excursions, washing vehicles, etc.
• Maintain a level of dedication and pride in the work at Smith Fork Ranch by completing each job to the best of your ability
• Support our Cabin Hosts when necessary with cleaning, laundry service, evening turn-downs, and Sunday turn-overs

Requirements:

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Previous fine dining experience
• If over 21 years of age previous bar tending experience a plus
• Basic Knowledge of wine
• Knowledge of food and wine pairing a plus
• Must have CPR & First Aid certification
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Must present yourself according to SFR standards and wear proper uniform
• Must have a genuine concern for the enjoyment of SFR guests
• Maintain the highest level of safety while with guests, staff, and self
• Musical talents a plus
• Ability to work 6 days a week
• Must be available for employment from May 15 – August 30
• Have a can do attitude (Dining staff are required to do multitude of things and should be ready and willing at a moments notice)

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Contact Information:
Phone: (970)-921-3454
Fax: (970)-921-3475
Email: info@smithforkranch.com
Send application, photo, and resume to:
Ranch Team, Smith Fork Ranch
45362 Needle Rock Road
Crawford, CO 81415