Lead Cabin Host

Smith Fork Ranch is a 1930’s-40’s vintage ranch that has been carefully restored and refurbished to retain its original character. A log guest lodge with five bedrooms with private baths, four log guest cabins, a hunting lodge and cookhouse provide an intimate, genuinely western atmosphere with a capacity of 26-28 guests. Although rustic in feeling, there are luxurious touches – slate tiled bathrooms, handmade soaps and lotions, comfy robes and down comforters. Living quarters are furnished with primitive American antiques and original American art and crafts from western and Native American artisans. We take pride in our accommodations and careful housekeeping which greatly enhances each guests stay at Smith Fork Ranch.

The ranch specializes in fine dining, horseback riding, fly fishing, and excellent service. Smith Fork Ranch prides itself on having an extensive wine cellar, 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 and team oriented staff members who understand the main goal is to give guests a wonderful and memorable vacation. Every SFR staff member is expected to help out in other areas of the ranch when needed. Versatility and flexibility are important qualities in all SFR staff.

Job Description:

Cabin Hosts at SFR are key players, responsible for maintaining one of the most important features of the ranch – our guest accommodations. They are also important “utility players”, assisting with dining service and kids program when needed. These multi responsibilities allow greater interaction with guests and thus a high degree of job satisfaction, -- and helps achieve SFR’s ultimate goal of creating an unforgettable vacation for our guests. Cabin Hosts days are spent moving to and from ranch buildings for daily cleaning, and weekly turn-overs of accommodations, paying careful attention to the details that create a comfortable and inviting environment for our guests, -- one that makes them feel at home while on the ranch. Or, on a rotating basis, cabin hosts may assist our dining staff in preparing for dinner service or cookouts, or other dining related tasks. As lead Cabin Host you will be responsible for the Cabin Host staff of 2-3 employees, this position will report directly to the Accommodations and Dining Manager. It is the Lead Cabin Host’s responsibility to make sure that everything is done in a timely fashion and to SFR standards. Days are long, physically demanding, but filled with the camaraderie of ranch staff and the appreciation of guests who are visiting our wonderful ranch. This is a “hands-on”, supervisory position.

Responsibilities include:

• Direct the cleaning of guest rooms, cabins, lower lodge, bathrooms, and other guest areas daily
• Oversee laundering of SFR linens and guest laundry
• Spot check cleaning of guest accommodations for quality control daily
• Help Accommodations/Dining manager direct the Sunday turnover, utilizing other SFR staff as necessary
• Maintain and order amenities and cleaning supplies for guest accommodations and staff housing.
• Assure laundry area and linen storage areas are organized and clean at all times
• Careful servicing of guest quarters – make beds, straighten up rooms, change towels and clean bathrooms daily
• Direct the mid-week linen change of all guest beds
• Assign even turn-downs duty “rotation”
• Assure welcome note, gift basket and floral arrangements are in cabins for new guests before arrival (Maintaining floral arrangement throughout the week)
• Clean bathrooms in Dinner Bell
• Assure that massage room, hot tub, shower room, lower bathrooms, etc. are serviced daily
• Take part in evening dish duty “rotation” (among all staff, duty is about twice monthly)
• Assist with any ranch chores or activities as needed or directed such as lawn care, washing vehicles, driving for off ranch excursions, etc.
• Support dining staff when necessary, prepping for dinner, buffing glassware, serving, etc.
• Be a part of the SFR team contributing your talents, thoughts, enthusiasm, humor, etc.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have management experience
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Knowledge and experience within a management position
• Housekeeping and / or previous guest ranch experience
• Must be thorough and have attention to detail
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to work 6 days a week
• Must present yourself according to SFR standards and wear proper uniform (SFR shirt, clean pants or shorts, SFR hat / visor and appropriate shoes)
• Maintain the highest level of safety while with guests, staff, and self
• Must be available for employment from May 15 – August 30

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