Ranch Manager Jobs
Ranch Manager jobs are open across livestock operations, agricultural estates, dude ranches, and conservation properties, at every level from assistant manager to head ranch manager and operations director, with specializations in cattle ranching, equine management, and sustainable land stewardship. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Assistant General Manager is responsible for the overall efficiency and technical operations of the restaurant and ensures Freddy's standard of quality, timeliness, and service. The Manager is responsible for training, refinement of staff and team building through employee motivation.
Leadership & Communication
- Ensures that all Company Standard Operation Procedures are followed
- Teaches & practices Freddy’s standards of quality, timeliness and service
- Maintains an environment of open communication, positive attitudes, and trust- based relationships with all personnel
- Ensures that Customer Satisfaction is the highest priority for all employees
- Consistently lives “hospitality” in every instance
- Leads by example – maintains professional image, appearance and language
Financial Performance
- Conduct daily labor analysis to achieve target labor percentage
• Ensures quality control standards and procedures are strictly enforced • Ensures all standardized portion control guidelines are followed and maintained
- Monitor sales trends, develop forecasts and make effective decisions to control the key cost of sales and labor
- Maximize productivity without compromising quality standards
Health & Safety
- Ensure full restaurant compliance with all health department regulations
- Immediately address critical violations on self-inspections, health department inspection reports and provide corrective action to prevent repeat violations
- Ensure that inspections are conducted, and correct on-going issues
Other Responsibilities
- Must enthusiastically meet guests needs, special requests and resolve guest complaints/concerns with the commitment to satisfy them
- Review and approve all schedules and forecasts
- Coordinate opening/ closing activities in a timely and safe manner
- Complete all operational checklists daily
- Ensure that all cash handling procedures are followed
- Ensure all paperwork and administrative forms are completed correctly and turned in in a timely manner
- Resolve conflicts and improve team members performance issues in a constructive manner and according to policies
- Must have experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and Internet
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- One to three years Restaurant Management or other related experience generally required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate detailed information to guests, colleagues, and management.
- Excellent guest service skills with the ability to interact in a positive and professional manner to develop and maintain strong working relationships with guests, coworkers, and management.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Must pass background check
- Licenses and Certification o Non-expired driver’s license o Acceptable driving record as defined by company policy and insurance coverage requirements o Current foodservice certificates as required by state law
• Must be available to work morning, day, and evening shifts including weekends. • Must be available to work a minimum of 50 hours per week, or as management demands or restaurant needs dictate.
Physical Demands and Work Environment- (including but not limited to)
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- The work environment is usually a well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor setting with adequate ventilation. Occasional exposure to outside elements.
- The noise level in the work environment is occasionally high.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Adapt easily to changing temperatures in the kitchen.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ranch manager jobs.
- Three or more years of direct ranch or large-scale livestock management experience
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and schedule ranch hands and seasonal workers
- Experience with cattle, equine, or sheep operations including breeding and herd health programs
- Proficiency operating and maintaining farm equipment including tractors and ATVs
- Valid driver's license with ability to operate trucks and trailers
- Working knowledge of pasture management, irrigation systems, and grazing rotations
Tips for Your Ranch Manager Job Search
Quantify livestock and acreage on your resume
Employers want concrete scale on a ranch manager resume. List the number of head you managed, total acreage overseen, and size of the crew you supervised. These numbers immediately communicate operational scope in a way that generic descriptions can't.
Highlight certifications beyond the obvious
Many candidates list their pesticide applicator license but skip CPR, range management credentials, or food safety certifications. Listing those extras signals you can handle the full scope of compliance obligations a working ranch demands.
Target listings by operation type, not just title
A cattle feedlot, a guest ranch, and a conservation easement all post 'ranch manager' roles but expect completely different backgrounds. Filter your search by keywords like 'cow-calf,' 'equestrian,' or 'regenerative' to surface openings that actually match your specialty.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists ranch manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a working interview before you're offered one
Many ranch operators ask finalists to spend a day on the property before extending an offer. Know your horsemanship, equipment operation, and animal health assessment skills well enough to demonstrate them on short notice rather than just describe them.
Negotiate housing and benefits before accepting any offer
Ranch manager compensation often includes on-site housing, utilities, and vehicle use, which carry real value. Clarify what's included and get it in writing before you accept, because these terms vary widely and are rarely posted in the job listing itself.
Ranch Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most ranch managers?
Orlando Health, Young Life, and Bath & Body Works are hiring the most ranch managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Operation type varies widely, so review each listing carefully to confirm it matches your specialty.
How many ranch manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of ranch manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most ranch operations. The small share of remote-eligible work tends to involve administrative oversight, purchasing coordination, or consulting roles where daily physical presence on the property is not required.
How do you become a ranch manager?
Start by building direct experience working cattle, horses, or other livestock in entry-level ranch hand or assistant manager roles. Pursue coursework or a degree in agriculture, animal science, or range management if you haven't already, and earn relevant certifications in pesticide application or range management. Progress by taking on increasing supervisory responsibility until you can demonstrate full operational oversight.
Can you get hired as a ranch manager with little experience?
Some smaller family operations and guest ranches will hire candidates with strong horsemanship or livestock skills and promote them into management quickly, especially if you're willing to live on-site. Emphasize any experience managing people, budgets, or equipment, even outside agriculture. Starting as an assistant ranch manager or foreman is the most common path when formal experience is limited.
What does the ranch manager interview process look like?
Expect an initial phone or video screen focused on your operational background and experience with the specific livestock or land type the property runs. Finalists are frequently invited for an in-person visit that may include a working interview or property walkthrough. Owners or hiring managers often ask detailed scenario questions about herd health decisions, staffing conflicts, and emergency response to gauge practical judgment.
Where can I find and apply to ranch manager jobs?
You can find and apply to ranch manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your operation type and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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