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Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work at Florida's premier dude ranch. Nestled on 1,700 scenic acres overlooking the Kissimmee River, our resort features horseback riding, a petting farm, airboat rides, a full-service marina, and our famous Saturday Night Rodeo. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you'll join a team dedicated to creating unforgettable outdoor adventures and exceptional guest experiences.

our incredible Livestock Caretaker plays a vital role in creating unforgettable experiences for guests by ensuring the well-being of the animals at our Petting Farm. This hands-on position involves caring for a variety of livestock while engaging with guests to provide an educational and enjoyable experience.

As a Livestock Caretaker, you will:

• Completing the daily opening and closing procedures of the Petting Farm
• Taking care of all animals at the petting farm
• Daily cleaning of all animal pens
• Twice daily feeding and watering of all animals at petting farm
• Ability to identify injured or sick animals and report to Livestock Manager
• Performing pony rides daily for resort guests
• Interacting with resort guests, teaching them about the animals and the petting farm procedures
• Responsible for enforcing safety rules and procedures with resort guests
• Interacting with, handling, brushing, leading all animals at petting farm
• Responsible for keeping work and guest areas neat and clean
• Help with inventory of food and livestock
• Loading and unloading 50lb bags of feed and hay bales for animals
• Knowledge of livestock, and ability to work well with others, as well as independently
• Enthusiasm, energy, drive, job devotion, and personal ambition
• Participating in certain special events
• Some duties may vary

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

• Must be at least 18 and have a valid driver’s license to drive company golf carts
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Westgate Resorts is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.