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Black Angus Steakhouse

Front Desk

Buena Park, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Front Desk

Buena Park, CA

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Team Member

Buena Park, CA

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Team Member

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we ...

Harris Ranch Beef Company

Pen Rider (24928)

Coalinga, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $22/hr

Maintain cleanliness of horse facilities and tack. * Act in accordance with all applicable safety ... Harris Ranch Feeding Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates are evaluated and ...

Black Angus Steakhouse

Front Desk Host

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Server

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

Black Angus Steakhouse

Food Server

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Front Desk Host

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Food Server

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Host

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50/hr

LIVE YOUR WEST LIFE! JOIN OUR CAMPFIRE! Black Angus was founded by Stuart Anderson in 1964. A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in horse ranch in California is $17.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a live in horse ranch?

A Live In Horse Ranch job typically involves living on-site at a horse ranch while performing daily tasks related to horse care, ranch maintenance, and sometimes guest services. Responsibilities may include feeding, grooming, exercising horses, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and assisting with riding activities. Some positions also require managing ranch operations or hosting visitors. In exchange for work, accommodations and sometimes meals are provided. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about horses and outdoor living.

What does a live in horse ranch do?

A typical workday on a horse ranch often starts early and includes tasks such as feeding and watering horses, cleaning stalls, checking the health of the animals, and maintaining ranch grounds and facilities. Throughout the day, you may assist with exercising or training horses, repairing fences or equipment, and managing supplies. While the daily routine can be physically demanding and varies by season, you’ll work closely with other ranch staff or family members and sometimes with veterinarians and trainers. Living on-site provides the opportunity for more flexible hours and immediate response to any emergencies, which is essential for the well-being of the animals. The role suits those who enjoy hands-on work, outdoor environments, and building strong connections with horses and colleagues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a live in horse ranch position?

To thrive as a Live In Horse Ranch worker, you need hands-on experience with horse care, basic animal husbandry, and knowledge of ranch operations such as feeding, grooming, and facility maintenance. Familiarity with ranch equipment, basic veterinary practices, and sometimes certifications in equine management or first aid are valuable. Strong soft skills include reliability, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently as well as communicate effectively with team members and ranch owners. These abilities are crucial for ensuring the well-being of the animals, maintaining the property, and supporting a positive, safe, and efficient ranch environment.

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Infographic showing various Live In Horse Ranch job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 46% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,700 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Assistant Ranch Foreperson - Timbell (Waterford)

Foster Farms

Waterford, CA • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Foster Farms rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

312th of 444 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

About Foster Farms
At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.
Essential Functions
Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour.
(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am)
  • Contribute to and oversee all ranch activities and functions of assigned fryers and fryer ranch.
  • Direct the grow out of fryers through the setup of the ranch, brooding, temperatures, ventilation, mortality, vaccinations, medications, so that conditions are maintained to meet the highest possible level of quality. Maintain the ranch facilities, to include appearance, arranging with the maintenance department, needed materials and service calls.
  • Follow and enforce strict sanitation procedures being constantly aware of the bird's health; report any abnormalities to the Field Supervisor. React responsibly to emergencies that could adversely affect the chickens, day or night.
  • Manage and control all ranch production costs, to include all labor, fuel, supply, utility, medication, and ranch maintenance costs.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records pertaining to all ranch activities, i.e., feed, mortality, fuel, production, and energy consumption.
  • Provide proper training and delegation of duties to all ranch personnel. Adhere to and enforce company safety, animal welfare and disease prevention guidelines.

Qualifications
  • Must have minimum of one year of chicken-raising experience and have completed the Chicken Grow Out Training Program.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
  • Must possess supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Must have good mathematical and organizational skills.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills (Basic English).
  • Must be able to move and lift 25 pounds.
  • Preferably, will have a mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be willing and able to live on company-provided housing and respond as necessary to alarms and adverse conditions affecting the chickens.
  • Must be able to work as scheduled/needed to include overtime, evenings, holidays and weekends.
  • Must be able to follow and enforce company standards, guidelines and policies on anyone working on his/her ranch complex.
  • Must have the ability to work at other ranches/complexes as needed.
  • Must have desire and ability to maintain a clean and presentable ranch and dwelling.

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles
  • Accountability: Deliver on commitments.
  • Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.
  • Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.
  • Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
  • Ownership: Take responsibility for results.
  • Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?
This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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