Stable Hand - Dolly Parton's Stampede

Dolly Parton’s Stampede; Pigeon Forge (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fun atmosphere

Opportunities to work behind the scene

Job summary

Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Pigeon Forge, TN is hiring barn staff to care for our animals and support daily show operations. We seek friendly, high-energy individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, entertaining environment.

Positions are available as full-time or part-time. You’ll help feed, water, inspect animals, assist in show prep, and coordinate with performers and management. Prior animal experience is preferred, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to perform physically demanding tasks.
• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience with animals.
• Experience with animals preferred; training available for motivated candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care for barn animals, including feeding and watering.
• Monitor health and report concerns to management promptly.
• Perform daily inspections of animals for soundness and appearance.
• Assist in show prep and help prepare animals for showtime.
• Communicate animal needs with performers and management.
• Cross-train in other production areas as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Tractor operation

Job description

Let the competitions begin at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner and Show!

We are seeking friendly, high-energy, and fast-paced individuals to join our team in the barn. If you love animals and want to be part of the "most fun place to eat in the Smokies," this is your chance!

• Positions: Full-Time and Part-Time Available
• Location: Pigeon Forge, TN
• Perks: Competitive pay, fun atmosphere, and opportunities to work behind the scenes of a premier production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Animal Care: Provide excellent care for our barn animals, including feeding, watering, and maintaining clean, safe spaces.
• Animal Health: Monitor the physical fitness and health of barn animals, reporting any concerns promptly to management.
• Daily Inspection: Perform daily, detailed inspections of animals for soundness and appearance.
• Show Prep: Work confidently around animals of all sizes and assist in preparing them for showtime.
• Communication: Communicate with performers and management regarding animal needs.
• Cross-Training: The stable hand position may require cross-training in other areas of the production department.

Qualification Requirements

• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Education: High school diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Previous experience working with animals is preferred, but we will train the right, motivated person.

Physical Demands

• Activity: Continuous standing & walking on level ground as well as up and down steps/ladders.
• Movement: Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, and balancing.
• Strength: Frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, and pushing of barn equipment/tools.
• Equipment: Occasional operation of a tractor.