The preservation of Biltmore Estate as a privately-owned, profitable, working estate.
Pros
Beautiful surroundings! Flexible scheduling, team players, leadership respect is reciprocated, everyone is happy to be there; guests and fellow employees alike. Gracious hospitality is expected and given. Uniforms provided, employee benefits, access to the grounds & special events when off duty, employee discounts, occasional free entry tickets awarded and profit sharing.Cons
Traffic in Asheville when traveling to and from work.Our company culture is guided by a legacy of serving our guests and each other with the gracious hospitality for which George Vanderbilt was known.
Biltmore is still family-owned and remains passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive oasis from everyday life for our guests and each other.
Welcome and thank you for your interest in Biltmore.
What began as my great-grandfather’s estate continues to thrive as a timeless experience for today’s guests. Since 1895, Biltmore has had the natural beauty of the mountains and the majestic house and gardens to beguile us, inspire us, and allow us to escape from the everyday.
Biltmore is still family owned, and we are still passionate about our mission of preservation through self-sufficiency – a philosophy embraced before the first stone was ever placed.
We remain self-sustaining through innovation, creative thinking, and listening to guests who continue to tell us they want more ways to connect with Biltmore. Wine was our first foray into offering a taste of Biltmore; now, you can experience life as a guest of the Vanderbilts at our Inn on Biltmore Estate or Village Hotel. You can also reimagine your own surroundings with a line of home furnishings, bedding and bath items, and gourmet foods.
Just as first envisioned, Biltmore is all about home – welcoming and celebrating family and friends, and extending the spirit of Biltmore beyond our 8,000 acres. It was true in 1895, and it remains true today.
Sincerely,
Bill Cecil
President & CEO – The Biltmore Company
Reserve Employees
Reserve employees generally work anywhere between 40 and 999 hours (approximately up to 20 hours a week) throughout the year, usually during peak visitation times on the estate (e.g., spring, fall, Christmas, holiday weekends). Hours and schedules may vary based on the season, department, and business needs.
Reserve employees typically experience a reduction in hours during the winter months and/or other times when estate visitation is traditionally slower. Benefits include:
Flexible Employees
Flexible employees work a more seasonal schedule, usually from February or March through December, with hours varying between 1,000 and 1,559 per year (approximately 20-30 hours per week on average). Hours and schedules may change based on the season and business needs. Many flex employees typically experience a reduction in hours during the winter and other times when visitation is generally slower. Benefits include all Reserve benefits plus:
Year-Round/Full-Time Employees
Year-round/full-time employees are expected to work a minimum of 1,560 hours (approximately 30 hours per week) throughout the year.
Benefits include:
Providing the Greatest Benefit: A Healthy Work-Life Balance
We know the happiest employees are those who live a life filled with personal satisfaction and growth. We encourage employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance and to experience Asheville’s rich community life.
One of the most invaluable benefits at Biltmore is our dedication to training. Our training programs create a positive, continuous learning environment that prepares you for success at Biltmore and beyond.
Biltmore is accredited by the International Association of Continuing Education & Training (IACET) and is part of an elite group that has earned this worldwide recognition. As a certified provider of training programming, all of our internal course offerings meet strict IACET standards. We award continuing education unit (CEU) credits for select classes.
Our Corporate Training & Development team offers courses in guest services, supervision and management, leadership development, hiring and selection of staff, strategic planning, management training, and much more. Career planning services and tuition reimbursement programs are also available.
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