What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ranch Manager position at Bespoke Private Service?
Ranch Manager - Persephone
Reports to: Ranch Owner
Work Schedule: Full Time with flexibility
Location: Half Moon Bay, CA
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000
Overview
A prominent multi-generational family seeks a highly skilled and versatile Ranch Manager to oversee a family-owned property and manage daily operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a diverse skill set and the ability to lead a small team effectively.
This unique opportunity calls for a visionary leader with diverse skills to manage a thriving ranch operation. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with strong leadership abilities, technical expertise, and a practical can-do attitude.
As Ranch Manager, you'll be responsible for all aspects of daily operations, implementing improvements, and maintaining the property's high standards. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a prestigious ranch, working closely with a respected family to shape its future and preserve its legacy.
Expectations
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, ideally in a relevant field such as Agricultural Business, Mechanical Engineering, etc.
- Minimum 10 years of experience managing rural agricultural operations, including extensive knowledge of household maintenance and property management
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to confidently manage interactions with the Ranch Owner
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Possesses foresight to anticipate problems and solve them preemptively, finding opportunities to streamline operations
- Proactive, resourceful, and dependable with a hands-on approach, willing to work with ranch hands when necessary
- Has a genuine service heart and commitment to excellence
Responsibilities
- Property Management: Oversee daily ranch operations, including cattle enterprise, hay production, and implementing property improvements.
- Ranch Maintenance: Familiarity in operating and maintaining water, power, electrical, and plumbing systems. Ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of all buildings, systems, equipment, and vehicles and complying with agricultural and safety regulations, while conducting regular inspections.
- Financial Management: Develop operating budgets for all ranch activities, financial planning, and record-keeping.
- Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, and neighbors, negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Project Management: Supervise ranch staff, assigning tasks and developing task lists in collaboration with the Ranch Owner. Managing activities between 4 ranch hands and hiring replacements as needed.
Benefits:
- 401k
Additional benefits include health insurance, 401K match, disability, life insurance, voluntary D&D, dental & vision, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and sick days.
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000
