Equine Jobs

In terms of equine jobs, the Equine Research Foundation is currently seeking a Cook for the mid-June through August 2008 or mid-June through September 2008 learning and riding vacation season. Please contact us if interested.

Job Details:

• Prepare meals for 1 to 6 people, (varies with each group) in well-equipped kitchen and with help from interns when available.
• Other possibilities if interested: Saddle and bridle 6 to 8 horses approximately 3 days per week.
• Assist and ride with small groups (maximum 6) on ranch trails, vineyard paths and California beaches.

Candidate Requirements:

• Have good cooking skills
• Prepare and follow menus
• Work well with others
• Enjoy interacting with people and have good social skills
• Be at least 21 years old
• Nonsmoker
• Have adequate riding abilities if candidate desires to ride
• Have good horsemanship skills if interested in wrangling

In exchange for work, we offer the successful candidate:

• Small salary plus tips
• Experience - learn ERF horse training methods, scientific research skills, horse behavior and human-horse bonding in a fun setting
• Food and lodging in a beautiful ranch setting
• Riding and playing with horses
• Use of pool
• Free time in evenings, weekends, and partial days (close to beach and coastal resorts)
• Small groups, relaxed atmosphere, camaraderie - meet people from across the US and around the world
• Possible school or work-related credit

Candidate may participate in learning and cognition studies and assist with training and instruction. Please check the Programs page for details.

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