Title: Seasonal Stables Manager - Yosemite
Requisition #: 569695
Location: Yosemite, CA, US, 95389
Job Description
Explore the valley of wonder! Yosemite is the most popular & well-loved national park in the country & hosts over 4 million visitors every year. The biodiversity at Yosemite includes stunning granite cliffs, glaciers, woodlands, & waterfalls. Activities like photography, fishing, hiking, climbing, skiing, camping, & horseback riding are offered all year round. Explore the iconic natural wonders of the Half Dome, Glacier Point, Yosemite Falls, & much more!
Aramark is seeking a skilled and motivated Seasonal Stables Manager to oversee the daily operations of our horse stables in Yosemite National Park. The Stables Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of the horses, staff, and guests, while delivering exceptional guest services and maintaining compliance with Aramark policies and National Park Service standards. This role requires a hands-on leader who is passionate about equine care, team development, and creating memorable guest experiences in the great outdoors.
COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $68,500 to $75,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
Job Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day stable operations including feeding, grooming, turnout, medical care, and maintenance.
* Ensure the humane and ethical treatment of all horses, following best practices and animal welfare guidelines.
* Develop and enforce daily routines for horse health checks, exercise schedules, and rest periods.
* Maintain detailed records of horse health, vaccinations, shoeing, and training.
* Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise stable hands, trail guides, and wranglers.
* Provide ongoing coaching on horsemanship, safety, guest service, and environmental responsibility.
* Ensure staff compliance with Aramark’s safety standards and Yosemite National Park regulations.
* Coordinate and manage horseback riding tours, pony rides, and special equestrian events.
* Foster a welcoming, friendly environment for all guests, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
* Address guest inquiries, feedback, and safety concerns with professionalism and care.
* Oversee cleanliness, functionality, and safety of stables, paddocks, barns, tack rooms, and trails.
* Regularly inspect and maintain all riding equipment and tack, ensuring safe usage.
* Coordinate facility repairs and equipment procurement within budget guidelines.
* Manage stable budgets, supplies, feed, and staffing needs.
* Prepare operational reports, incident reports, and inventory records in line with Aramark procedures.
* Collaborate with veterinarians, farriers, and park officials as needed.
Qualifications
* Minimum 3-5 years stable management or equine care experience, preferably in a hospitality or guest service setting.
* Proven leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring staff.
* Strong knowledge of horse care, safety, and stable management.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding outdoor environment.
* CPR/First Aid certification preferred; Wilderness First Aid a plus.
* Valid driver’s license required; experience operating farm equipment or trailers is desirable.
* Familiarity with National Park Service policies and environmental stewardship principles is a bonus.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth.
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