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Innkeeper, Full-Time
Job Overview
We are seeking an outgoing and dedicated Innkeeper/Club Manager to oversee daily operations, restaurant, hospitality, and event coordination at the Wagon Box Club.
This role is perfect for a committed Christian with a passion for the outdoors, people, and literature/philosophy, who is eager to build a wholesome, community-driven experience in a stunning rural setting. You’ll manage the facilities (restaurant, library, lodge, and cabins), oversee events that run from intimate retreats to larger gatherings, and help get the word out about the Wagon Box Club. Housing can be provided, making this an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to live and thrive in beautiful Story, Wyoming.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Wagon Box Club, including the restaurant, library, lodge, cabins, and surrounding 20-acre property.
- Work with the events manager to execute a variety of events, such as writer's retreats, cultural symposia, and community gatherings, ensuring seamless coordination and memorable guest experiences.
- Collaborate with restaurant staff to manage dining operations and coordinate catering or special requests for events and guests.
- Work with the lodging and maintenance team to ensure cabins, lodge rooms, property, and other accommodations are guest-ready and well-maintained.
- Build the Wagon Box Club's reputation locally and nationally by promoting the project through posts on social platforms, community engagement, and networking.
- Maintain an organized schedule for events, facility use, and programming, communicating updates to the executive team and staff.
- Occasionally assist with on-site tasks, such as event setup or facility oversight, as needed.
Qualifications
- Experience in hospitality, event coordination, facility management, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with guests, staff, and the broader community.
- Comfortable using social platforms to promote the Wagon Box Club and engage with a growing audience.
- Familiarity with or willingness to embrace the Story, Sheridan, or Buffalo area's rural lifestyle and community dynamics.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a small, dedicated team.
- Technological proficiency required for managing schedules, correspondence, and promotional efforts.
- Uphold traditional values and committed to fostering a welcoming and meaningful environment.
Location & Work Arrangement
- Candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Story, Wyoming, or the Sheridan/Buffalo area.
- Housing can be provided on-site, offering a unique chance to immerse yourself in this ambitious cultural project.
- This role requires regular on-site presence, with some flexibility for off-site planning and promotion tasks.
Compensation
$60,000-$75,000 depending on experience. Lodging negotiable.
About the Wagon Box
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of Story, Wyoming, the Wagon Box Club is a one-of-a-kind cultural destination blending rustic charm with intellectual vibrancy. Spanning 20 acres with trout streams, horses, and access to national forest, our property features a restaurant, library, lodge, and cabins. We’re a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, thinkers, and community builders, hosting unique events and fostering a growing reputation as a cultural hub both locally and nationally.
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