Resident and Cattlle Ranch Management Team

Nyfarmlandfinder; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing in ranch home

Health insurance stipend

AirBnB revenue share (10%)

Flexible vacation schedule

Job summary

Nyfarmlandfinder seeks a dedicated couple to manage a cattle farm, Ranch home, and a hospitality (AirBnB) business in Upstate New York. The role blends agricultural duties, property upkeep, and guest services in a flexible, independent setting.

You will handle cattle movements, fence and wall maintenance, home systems, AirBnB hosting, inventory, cleaning and coordinating contractors. Prior property management or hospitality experience is preferred, with weekend availability expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in property management, hospitality, or ranch work preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple properties.
• Comfort with outdoor manual labor and seasonal outdoor tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cattle moves and coordinate herd health with farm managers.
• Maintain fences, stone walls, and perform light carpentry.
• Oversee grounds, weed whacking, landscaping and snow shoveling.
• Manage home systems, Nest thermostat, and IT for guest accommodations.
• Oversee AirBnB hosting, inventory, and guest communications.
• Coordinate contractor work and periodic fuel deliveries.
• Travel to NYC for family logistics as needed.

Skills

Cattle operations

Property maintenance

Hospitality management

Light carpentry

Nest thermostat installation

IT / home systems management

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Resident and Cattlle Ranch Management Team

Job Title: Resident & Cattle Ranch Management Team

Location:Upstate New York (On-site)
Position Type:Full-Time

Job Summary

Are you a handy, organized couple who loves the outdoors and the peace of upstate New York?

We are looking for a dedicated and professional couple to manage a cattle farm, a ranch home, and a hospitality (AirBnB) business in Upstate New York. This role requires a unique balance of modest agricultural experience, property maintenance skills, and hospitality management. The ideal candidates are independent self-starters who thrive in a flexible environment,enjoy the outdoors,and have minimal mechanical skills. This is an exclusive role for the property.

Key Responsibilities

Agricultural & Property Maintenance:

• Cattle Operations: Manage daily cattle moves and coordinate with farm managers on herd health.
• Infrastructure: Maintain fences and provide stacked stone wall maintenance/construction. Light Carpentry and not afraid of tools.
• Grounds: Execute weed whacking, landscaping, brush cleaning and regular garbage/dump runs. Pasture maintenance as needed. Plowing and seasonal snow shoveling.
• Home Systems: Manage and troubleshoot all home systems, including Nest thermostat installation and internet/IT management.
  • AirBnB Operations: Serve as the primary manager and point of contact for guests; handle all tax-related reporting.
  • Inventory & Groceries: Ensure all properties are fully stocked (firewood, groceries, household essentials) and remove expired items regularly.
  • Domestic Service: Perform house cleaning, laundry (bedding and clothes), and deep cleaning of kitchens and grills. Assist with cooking and light cleaning during visits; provide post-holiday cleaning (e.g., Thanksgiving).
  • Administrative & Logistics:
  • Contractor Management: Schedule and monitor cost-effective repairs and fuel deliveries.
  • Travel: Occasionally drive to NYC as needed for family logistics.
  • Experience: Previous experience in property management, hospitality, and basic ranch work is preferred mechanically inclined is preferred, mechanical or light carpentry ability is helpful.
  • Physical: Comfortable with manual labor, outdoor work in all seasons, and moving furniture. Comfortable with tools and being outside.
  • Schedule: Flexibility to work around the family's schedule, including weekend availability for grocery runs or light cleaning.
  • Independence: Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple properties effectively. Maintain discretion regarding all family and property matters.
  • Salary: Competitive annual salary based on experience.
  • Incentives:10% revenue shareof all AirBnB income.
  • Housing: Private accommodation in a three-bedroom ranch home overlooking a creek.
  • Benefits: Health insurance stipend provided.
  • Vacation: Flexible vacation schedule that provides ample personal time when the family is not in residence.
  • Background check and professional references will be required for all finalists.

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