Resort Profile

Devils Thumb Ranch Resort and Spa is located at a top destination covering 6,500 acres at the foot of the Colorado Rockies. Rated as one of the top 20 resorts in the Mountain West by Condé Nast Traveler, the exceptional hospitality services of Devils Thumb Ranch Resort and Spa can make your trip to the Fraser River more wonderful and memorable, whether you are a business or leisure traveler. The hotel is close to several popular tourist attractions, including Columbine Lake Trail, Club Meadow Ridge, and Elizabeth Kurtak Art Gallery, allowing guests to plan a more compact itinerary. Guests can spend their leisure time in the hotel’s leisure area, surrounded by the stunning natural environment.

Project Details

• City: Tabernash, Colorado – 10 miles from Winter Park
• Location Type: Rural // Mountains – best suited for nature lovers!
• Opportunities: Culinary, Front-of-House, Front Office Guest Services
• Program Length: 12 months (May 2025 – May 2026)
• Number of Positions: 10
• Salary: $11.40 + tips – $20.00 depending on the type of training
• Housing: Located under 10 minutes from the ranch, dorm-style, up to four people
• Housing Cost: Up to $460/month, $200 deposit deducted from first two paychecks
• Transportation: A free shuttle is available to get to/from work and housing

Work and Living Environment and Service Facilities Details

• Dining Discounts: 25% off restaurants, 50% off shift meals.
• Employee Benefits: Free shuttle service, access to yoga classes, complimentary wagon rides, equine discounts, and participation in exclusive events.
• Transportation into town: once per week, for shopping, groceries, post office…
• Winter: Downhill and cross-country skiing, ice skating, snow shoeing, sleigh rides
• Summer: Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, fishing at Grand Lake, rafting, guided nature walks.

Internship Positions

• Culinary Training: Skills development in kitchen operations, menu planning and team supervision.
• Front-of-House Training: Skills acquisition across F&B outlets, including Ranch House, catering and special events.
• Front Office Guest Services Training: Focus on guest services/room division operations to gain knowledge in overall operation and success of the hotel.