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Prep Cook

Hobbs, NM ยท On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Host/Hostess

El Paso, TX ยท On-site

$10.50/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Flexible scheduling Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S.

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Line Cook

Portales, NM

$13.50 - $15/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Server

Hobbs, NM ยท On-site

$4/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Server

El Paso, TX ยท On-site

$2.85/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Line Cook

El Paso, TX ยท On-site

$15/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Line Cook

Portales, NM

$13.50 - $15/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico--founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Server

Ruidoso, NM ยท On-site

$4/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Prep Cook

Ruidoso, NM ยท On-site

$14/hr

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran ...

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How much do cattle baron jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cattle baron in the United States is $17.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cattle Baron, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cattle Baron, you need expertise in livestock management, ranch operations, and business administration, often supported by experience in agriculture or agribusiness. Familiarity with modern ranch management software, livestock tracking systems, and relevant agricultural certifications is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help in managing staff, navigating markets, and responding to challenges. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring herd health, operational efficiency, and sustained profitability in a competitive agricultural industry.

What are some common challenges faced by Cattle Barons in managing large-scale ranch operations?

Cattle Barons often encounter challenges such as managing herd health across vast grazing areas, adapting to fluctuating market prices for beef, and navigating environmental concerns like drought or land sustainability. Coordinating a large team of ranch hands and ensuring compliance with agricultural regulations are also important aspects of the role. Successful Cattle Barons develop strong organizational skills, invest in technology for herd tracking, and build relationships with buyers and local communities to help mitigate these challenges.

What is the difference between Cattle Baron vs Cattle Rancher?

AspectCattle BaronCattle Rancher
CredentialsTypically no formal credentials required, but business experience helpfulLikewise, no formal credentials, but knowledge of ranching essential
Work EnvironmentHigh-end restaurants, luxury events, or exclusive cattle operationsOpen ranch lands, farms, and outdoor settings
Industry UsageUsed in marketing and branding to denote a high-status cattle ownerCommonly used to describe cattle owners managing ranches

While both roles involve cattle management, a Cattle Baron is often a wealthy individual associated with luxury branding and high-end cattle operations, whereas a Cattle Rancher typically manages a working ranch focused on cattle production. The main difference lies in the scale, branding, and context of their work within the cattle industry.

What are Cattle Barons?

Cattle Barons are individuals who own or control large herds of cattle and extensive ranch lands, often playing a significant role in the cattle industry. Historically, this term referred to wealthy and influential ranchers in the American West during the 19th century, who dominated local economies and politics. Today, Cattle Barons are typically prominent ranchers or businesspeople engaged in large-scale cattle production, and they may also be involved in related industries such as beef processing and land management.
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Infographic showing various Cattle Baron job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,173 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

$14 - $16.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Prepare salads, appetizers, and various foods outlined on the food item prep sheet.
  • Carry miscellaneous weights up to 75lbs.
  • Extensive cleaning from ceiling to floor is mandatory.
  • Read and write as well as verbally communicate.

Physical functions:

Adjust, bend, break, carve, clean, clear, close, connect, control, cut, dial, fasten, finish, fold, gather, guide, handle, hear, hold, insert, lift, load, lock, maintain, make, mix, open, place, polish, position, pour, print, pull, push, remove, scrape, secure, separate, sort, speak, switch, tighten, transport, turn, unload, weigh, write


Mental functions:

Advise, calculate, classify, compare, coordinate, detect, estimate, evaluate, influence, inspect, instruct, interpret, measure, observe, organize, plan, read, record, select, sort, supervise, verify


METHODS, TECHNIQUES, PROCEDURES:

  • Cut meats and fish: Select, weigh and record proper meat/ fish for the day. Select and sharpen knives, cut meat/ fish properly, obtain proper percentages, wrap and date and return to cooler all in a certain time frame. Interact in limited space.
  • Prepare salads, appetizers, various foods on food item prep list: Select various items and quantity to be prepared for that day, record items that need to be prepared and that are prepared. Slice, chop, cut, trim, etc. various items in a certain time frame. Interact in limited space.

ALL THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OUTLINED ABOVE INCLUDE:

  • Extensive cleaning after every shift from floor to ceiling
  • Ladder use
  • Lifting weights up to 75 lbs.
  • Preparation in a certain time frame (usually all tasks to be completed in a 7-9 hour shift).
  • Preparation for all food items according to company policy and procedure

OUTPUT:

Daily tasks in each area have their own certain time limit. Expected outcome is above satisfactory according to manager's judgment. Unsatisfactory outcome results in written and/or oral warning. Continued unsatisfactory outcome may result in termination.


EQUIPMENT, AIDS, TOOLS, MATERIALS:

  • Work surface: Any where from 3ft x 3ft, to 4ft x 10ft stainless steel/ wooden counter tops that are stationary. Tile floors.
  • Controls: knobs, levers toggles, that reach from head to toe.
  • Equipment: Hazardous electrical equipment involving heat and sharp blades. Miscellaneous knives. Equipment with moving parts, IE: mixers, blenders, slicers, food processors, etc.
  • Materials: Various foods. Some chemicals for cleaning.
  • Aids: Various pots and pans, carts, utensils scales, back support belts available

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • 70 to 110 degrees indoor/ outdoor, humid and wet
  • Medium to high noise level
  • Possibility of cuts, bruises, burns, infections, shock, explosions and slips and falls
  • Exposed to odors, gases, fumes
  • Bright light level
  • Ventilation moderate to low
  • Radiation (microwave)
  • Cramped spaces

SUPERVISION CONTROL:

Workers are responsible for all assigned work done in all areas. Reports to the General Manager. Assistant manager, Kitchen manager, Corporate Management and Owners.

Since 1976, Cattle Baron has proudly served the finest steaks, seafood, and salad this side of the Pecos. What began as a single steakhouse in Portales, New Mexico-founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Jeff Wilson-has grown into a beloved regional restaurant group with locations across New Mexico and Texas.
Jeff's passion for quality food and heartfelt service inspired a legacy that lives on through his family and team. Today, the Cattle Baron brand continues to uphold his high standards through a warm, welcoming atmosphere, outstanding dining experiences, and deep community roots.
We're not just a steakhouse-we're part of the local fabric. Our guests return time and again for the signature salad bar, hand-cut steaks, and familiar faces. We're proud to also operate two other unique concepts:
Farley's Food Fun & Pub - a lively local hangout full of energy and flavor.
Pasta Cafe Italian Bistro - a cozy, family-friendly destination for Italian comfort food.
At Cattle Baron, we believe in tradition, teamwork, and delivering exceptional moments, plate by plate. If you're looking to grow with a company that values quality, camaraderie, and service-you've come to the right place.

Education:no requirementsEmployment Type: PART_TIME