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Cook and Housekeeping positions available in Beautiful DVNP. Single Occupandy Housing!

Posted: Aug 28, 2026

Cook, Housekeeper

Panamint Springs Resort

Death Valley, California

Wages/Pay
$16.50 - $19.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Sep 16, 2026

Panamint Springs is focused on providing a positive guest experience to all visitors who come through our privately owned and operated desert oasis. Whether stopping through for gas, lunch at our restaurant and bar or looking for a cozy place to sleep, the guest experience is our main priority.

We are looking for candidates with a willingness to work and go above and beyond for an excellent guest experience. We are currently seeking to hire a hybrid position that will serve breakfast and lunch some days and do housekeeping other days.

All candidates must be able to learn about the area and be able to provide useful visitor information for guests.

Qualifications:

We provide on-site training for all these positions, although previous relevant experience is desired. Successful candidates must:

  • Possess strong attention to detail

  • Value cleanliness

  • Be a strong team member

  • Enjoy remote living

  • Possess strong communication skills and time management skills.

  • Be able to read and write and have a high school diploma or GED certificate.

  • Be willing to working from Mid-September through April

Applicants must have a desire and willingness to work as a team within their departments, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with other departments.

Single-occupancy employee housing and on-site meal plan are available for successful candidates.

Our Guest Mission Statement:

"To maximize our guest's experience through promoting their connection to our location and surrounding areas. We will provide a comfortable base camp where guests can retreat to the comforts of civilization after a day of exploration. We will promote this connection to the natural surrounding through informative interaction with our guests, showcasing the area's natural and historic features, and providing comfortable accommodations amenities and spectating points."

Our Company Mission Statement:

"To ensure that every visitor to the resort has a positive and memorable experience by providing outstanding service and treating all visitors as our personal guests."

How to Apply

Please send your resume to panamintjobs@gmail.com.

Contact Info

Panamint Springs Resort

Panamint Springs is a small western-style resort seated in the beautiful Panamint Valley in Death Valley National Park. Marvelous views of distant sand dunes and the soaring 11,000' Panamint Mountains complete the setting for leisure dining and relaxation.

Location
California
Season
Year Round
Staff size
10 -20
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Single Occupancy
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
None
Internet access
Good
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