KINGSPORT â Just about everywhere you go, youâre likely to see two words: âNow Hiring.â
Pilot Co. recently sought to fill more than 5,000 positions. Food City looked to fill 2,000 jobs. Interviews are being held online and in person. No appointment has been needed. Employers are welcoming walkups.
Steve LaHair, owner of Chefâs Pizzeria, said that in his 36-year career he has never experienced such a difficult time in hiring.
âItâs not even just hiring,â LaHair said. âPeople are not coming in to put in an application. Itâs not just our area. Restaurants and the service industry really where our expected growth is are having the same problems.â