Job Description

Siwash Lake Wilderness Resort is a very private and exclusive luxury lodge and family owned guest ranch—an intimate hideaway, hosting no more than 16 guests at a time, in British Columbia’s Cariboo region—ranking among North America’s finest destinations for luxury ranch vacations, horseback riding, eco- adventures and more.

Our boutique company has been operating for over 20 years and has grown into a flagship business for Canadian wilderness tourism. We are a founder of the Magnificent 7 Luxury Wilderness Lodges of Canada, proud member of the Destination Canada’s Signature Experiences Collection, Platinum certified for sustainable tourism by Green Step, and an award-winning property with Conde Nast Johansens.

Siwash Lake is inviting those interested in the tourism industry to join us for our upcoming guest season and beyond. We’re seeking people who love the great outdoors and are passionate about sharing our stunning BC wilderness with guests from around the world. We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable guest experiences, and always going above and beyond through our service excellence. Come join our small, yet mighty team!

Responsibilities & Qualifications

● Possess social skills required for serving a high-end, discerning clientele

● Comfortable with children and animals

● Able to work independently and as part of a team

● Willing to abide by the resort’s established systems and sustainability best practices

● Clear communicator, adept at listening

● Stamina for working in a physically demanding, fast-paced workplace

● Mentally prepared to relocate and live in a remote wilderness environment

● Passionate about the outdoors, sustainability, and great service

● High school diploma

● Must be safety and detail oriented

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Specific Skills

● Accomplished rider with strong horsemanship skills and previous formal instruction

● Previous experience guiding or instructing horsemanship programs

● Ability for route finding in the wilderness

● Working knowledge of safety and risk management when dealing with people and horses in the wilderness environment

● Driver’s License

● Current First Aid

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Highly Desirable

● Working knowledge of terrain, environment, flora and fauna in BC’s Interior

● Fly fishing, bushcraft, marksmanship, archery, hiking, or other outdoor activities as hobbies

● Serving experience or other relevant hospitality skills

● Own vehicle

Salary/Wage

180-230/day

Other Perks/Benefits

● Work in a unique, post-wildfire environment and experience BC’s beautiful Cariboo Region while on horseback ● Introduce and guide a high-end, international clientele base to the world of western horsemanship through Siwash Lake’s Canada Signature Experience equine program ● Enjoy access to Siwash Lake’s happy and healthy horses and other recreation facilities ● Join a world class hospitality team that is extremely passionate about sustainability and environmental stewardship ● Small, family run business ● Competitive wages + gratuities

Job Application Process

Please have a thorough read of the Employment section of our website at www.siwashlake.com. To apply, please download and complete the Application Form on the website, following all instructions & checklist. Applicants who fail to follow all instructions may disqualify the application. Please Note: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada for this position

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