The Pisgah Inn
The Pisgah Inn
Currently recruiting for the season from April 1st, 2026 to November 1st, 2026.
Recently Voted the #1 National Park Lodge by Readers Choice, we run a well renowned, high-volume, fine dining restaurant, two retail outlets, and an Inn with 51 rooms. We are looking for a staff that can carry out our vision, that every guest and employee leave with a positive memory or experience.
The breathtaking views that encompass 4 surrounding cities are without a doubt what attracts most of our guests. However, the heart of Pisgah is what draws them in for life long visitation. 20 minutes from the surrounding towns of Asheville, Candler, Waynesville and Brevard. Just minutes from hikes and gorgeous waterfalls.
- Location
- North Carolina
- Season
- Spring, Summer, and Fall
- Staff size
- 75
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Dorm room style and shared with a roommate
- Family housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About The Pisgah Inn
The Pisgah Inn is a one-of-a-kind experience. The view at the Peak of the Blue Ridge Parkway outside of Asheville, NC, maybe what draws many of our employees in, but it is the experience of Pisgah that keeps them returning season after season. With employee housing available on-site, it makes for a beautiful short walk to work. Our world-renowned restaurant fills daily with guests from surrounding cities, as well as our in-house guests that have traveled and have the luxury of staying in one of our fifty-one rooms. The bikers that stop in at our country store know it like it is home. Once you become a part of Pisgah, you'll never let go.
The Employee Experience
Pisgah Inn is right in the heart of Pisgah National Forest near the southern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is the ultimate backyard and playground. Located right on the Mountains to Sea trail, you will find unlimited trails and waterfalls. The energy that flows through the staff at Pisgah Inn is pretty incredible to be a part of. Once you're here, it's a feeling that you cannot help but embrace. We value each and every employee, which helps ensure that our vision is met, that "Every Guest and Employee leaves with a positive memory or experience." Our fast-paced, high-volume work environment is the perfect place to build on and gain experience. Please, come experience the magic that is Pisgah!
Ideal Candidate
What does an ideal candidate look like for the Pisgah Inn? A good fit for Pisgah is an individual that thrives in a positive work environment. We want employees that are happy to be here and in a state of mind that reflects a welcoming experience onto our customers and guests.
If your idea of fun is:
- back-country camping in the Shining Rock Wilderness
- visiting interesting and unique shops on Main St.
- just sitting in a rocking chair with your friends, watching the stars come out
- the feeling you get when you make a guest's day
...then the Pisgah Inn is for you.
We are a one-of-a-kind experience, made possible by the individuals who go the extra mile for the visitors, and for each other.
Room and Board
We have employee housing that is set up suite style. A bathroom is shared by two rooms, which each consist of two employees. All of your room and board expenses are covered for $189/bi-weekly.
What does this include?
3 meals per day (Chef's Blue Plate of Choice)
All utilities included (Water, heat, electric, trash & recycling)
Free satellite TV service in your room (100+ channels)
Free High-Speed WiFi
Free-to-use employee laundry facility
Ask about room-rent refund opportunities!
Employee Perks
25% off gifts in gift shop
Getting Here and Getting Around
Transportation is not needed to get around our property, as a short walk will get you to any point. However, you are welcome to bring and park your vehicles at no charge. Having your own transportation is ideal, as public transportation does not travel up the mountain from any of the surrounding towns. Asheville International Airport is just 30 minutes from our location on the Parkway.
For Fun
Not only is the Pisgah Inn surrounded by a National Forest filled with amazing hikes and breathtaking waterfalls, we are just 20 minutes from surrounding cities, including the unique Asheville, NC.
Current Job Openings
- Cook and prepare a variety of foods following our recipes and specifications
- Follow all kitchen safety and sanitation policies & procedures
- Adhere to plate presentation guidelines / sells food on time
- Maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen
- Exhibit teamwork with other employees / calls & call backs
- Communicate clearly with other BOH personnel, FOH, and managers
- Stock & breaks down section at beginning and end of shifts
- Maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or requested
- Attention to detail and sanitation rules
- Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Hands-on experience with professional kitchen equipment
- Good knowledge of food plating techniques
- Understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Clean and tidy up hotel rooms, walkways, employee restrooms, public restrooms.
- Dust and polish various surfaces and furniture
- Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors
- Empty trash bins
- Change linens and towels and replace toiletries
- Collaborate with the housekeeping team to complete the daily cleaning schedule
- Restock cleaning supplies in the hand cart
- Report any issues that require maintenance
- Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and supplies
- Able to lift upwards of 25 pounds
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Able to follow instructions
- Time-management skills
- Planning, direction, coordination and execution of all activities and personnel within the housekeeping and laundry department
- Lead a team of Housekeepers
- Ensuring that all housekeeping activities are carried out professionally, to standards and at the highest level of service
- Achieve desired outcomes through the creation, development and maintenance of a competent, motivated and empowered staff
- Effectively lead, train, coach, motivate, engage, and provide feedback to the housekeeping staff daily
- Inspect work performed to ensure that it meets specifications and established standards
- Plan and prepare employee work schedules
- Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary
- Investigate complaints about service and take corrective action
- Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure that services are provided in an efficient and timely manner
- Check equipment to ensure that it is in working order
- Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required
- Select the most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring, and surfaces
- Instruct staff in work policies and procedures, and the use and maintenance of equipment
- Order and purchase equipment and supplies and issue supplies and equipment to workers
- Forecast necessary levels of staffing and stock at different times, in order to facilitate effective scheduling and ordering
- Evaluate employee performance, and recommend personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and dismissals
- Confer with staff in order to resolve performance and personnel problems, and to discuss company policies
- Establish and implement operational standards and procedures for the department
- Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment
- Recommend changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency
- Communicate clearly with all departments.
- Be proficient with Jonas Chorum on tablet to update room status.
- Experience with housekeeping management preferred but not required.
- Knowledge and experience with hotel housekeeping required.
- A strong commitment to service excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills, organizational ability, and ability to multitask.
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Prepare a variety of foods following our recipes and specifications.
- Make salads.
- Prepare desserts.
- Prepare vinaigrettes, dips and herb-infused oils.
- Perform meal-prep activities like chopping vegetables, cutting fish and meat and washing fruits.
- Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage.
- Check food plating, temperature and portions for all cold dishes.
- Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift.
- Monitor stock and place orders, as needed.
- Maintain a clean station at all times.
- Monitor proper rotation of prepped and batched food items.
- Follow all kitchen safety and sanitation policies & procedures.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with other employees.
- Assist periodically with preparing food to order on the cooks line.
- Operate equipment in a safe manner.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or requested.
- Attention to detail and sanitation rules
- Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Hands-on experience with professional kitchen equipment
- Good knowledge of food plating techniques
- Understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Greet all tables with a warm smile and a sincere welcome
- Take food and drink orders from guests accurately and with a positive attitude.
- Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.
- Engage with guests in a friendly manner.
- Knowledge of the menu, with the ability to make suggestions.
- Ensure tables are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.
- Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes.
- Maintain professional appearance as per handbook, including proper handwashing
- Accurately take guest orders and enter into POS in a timely manner
- Possess proficient knowledge of our food menu, specials, and drink menu
- Pre-bus all tables
- Follow all steps of service
- Practice safe alcohol service and proper wine service
- Collect payment from guests
- Maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or requested
- Alert manager to any issues
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to take and follow instructions in both written and verbal form
- Basic assessment and math skills to estimate wait times
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Cook
The Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production procedures. Ensures appropriate use of supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud.
Major Responsibilities
Requirements
Housekeeper
Performs cleaning duties in all guest areas, guest and employee restrooms. Consistently offers professional, friendly, and engaging service. Ensures housekeeping departmental standards are followed. Responds timely to guests' special requests for miscellaneous items like cribs, cots, extra towels, etc.
Major Responsibilities
Requirements
Housekeeping Manager
The primary responsibilities of the Housekeeping Manager position is to manage and lead the Housekeepers and Laundry Attendants ensuring that all rooms are cleaned per standards.
Major Responsibilities
Requirements
Pantry Cook
The Pantry is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production procedures. Ensures appropriate use of supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud.
Major Responsibilities
Requirements
Server
Meet and welcome guests, take drinks orders, provide menus and ensure that all their needs are met. Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills use your initiative to meet customers' high expectations.
Major Responsibilities
Requirements
How to Apply
Hello, possible future Team Member of Pisgah Inn.
Click APPLY HERE to complete our online application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Contact Info
- Human Resources Director
- hr@pisgahinn.com
- (828) 235-8228
- www.pisgahinn.com
