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What is the best job to work in the summer?

Posting date: 08/05/2025

Although the recent British weather might suggest otherwise, summer is right around the corner! 

Now is a great time to start thinking about any summer gigs you might fancy when it comes to boosting your transferable and soft skills and adding some extra cash to your pocket. 

When you start your search for summer jobs, you might be wondering, “Are summer jobs good?”. It can be a bit overwhelming, we get it, but worry not! Parkdean is here to answer all of your questions.

Is it good to have a summer job?

Whether you’re a student, retiree, teacher, or professional looking to fill an employment gap, summer jobs have a lot of pros (especially if they’re at Parkdean!). 

Looking to boost your skills and make that CV dazzle? A summer job is a great place to start. Looking to earn some extra cash? A summer job can help you do just that. You get the idea!

The real question is, what are the best summer jobs? From bartending and kitchen work to lifeguarding and working in retail, there’s a lot you can look into depending on your background and interests. 

We’ve dived deeper into bartending, kitchen work, lifeguarding, and working in retail at our holiday park paradises so you’re all clued up for your next move.

Is working as a bartender worth it?

Are you a people person who enjoys bringing a smile to the faces of those you help? Then, boy, have we got the answer for you. Bartending, of course!

Sharpen your people skills by chatting with all sorts of folks from all walks of life while boosting your time management, teamwork, and attention to detail skills.

Soak up the sun of summer while adding some funds to your wallet in a dazzling location. Mix drinks while shaking up your skills and stirring up some fun with a cracking team full of Parkdean spirit. 

Is working in a kitchen for you?

If you fancy some hands-on experience while picking up some valuable life skills, look no further than a summer job in the kitchen.

As far as good summer jobs go, in our energetic kitchen environments, you’ll become a superstar in multitasking, communication, food prep, and time management. What’s not to like?

You’ll also get to show off your awesome organisation skills on the daily, making it a perfect place for anyone to level up their game!

Did we mention that there are clear career pathways in our kitchens? If you’re enjoying your summer kitchen gig and you don’t want it to end, we’ve got a Kitchen Academy to prep you for the next steps in your career.

Is it cool to be a lifeguard?

We’ll cut to the chase - being a lifeguard is actually pretty cool. You get to focus on your fitness, practice first aid skills, and help others. 

If you’ve got buckets of charisma, positive energy, and love to create amazing memories for others, then lifeguarding might be the perfect summer job for you. When it comes to what it takes to be a lifeguard, we’re looking out for you. 

We offer people passionate about starting their lifeguarding career the chance to gain a National Pool Lifeguarding Qualification (NPLQ) completely free of charge.

What a great way to spend your summer: helping others, focusing on your physical fitness, developing your first aid and swimming techniques, and gaining a free qualification!

Have you considered working in retail?

Working in retail during your summer offers you plenty of opportunities.

If you care about polishing up your CV then a retail job might be just the right fit for you. 

What skills do you gain from working in retail, we hear you ask? Well, you’ll gain valuable experience in customer service, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. 

There’s a lot of advancement in retail, too, and you could even find yourself becoming a supervisor!

So, if you want to amp up your people skills, supercharge your task management, and earn a few extra pounds while doing so, a summer retail role at Parkdean could be the way forward.

How to find a job for summer

If you’ve started your search for seasonal summer jobs, there are a few things you can do to boost your chances, here’s our advice:

  • Follow the businesses you’d be interested in working at on LinkedIn or Facebook to keep an eye out for seasonal vacancies in your area and in roles you’d enjoy
  • Enquire at bars, shops, and restaurants about any upcoming vacancies so you can be one of the first to apply

We are on the lookout for enthusiastic people to join our teams this summer! 

Fancy working where you holiday? 

One of the most exciting parts about a summer job at Parkdean is the unbeatable locations. Imagine finishing a shift and heading straight to the beach, or grabbing fish and chips with your teammates after work. 

You’re not just clocking in at a job — you’re making memories in some of the UK’s most beautiful spots. Whether it's coastal charm or countryside calm, you’ll find yourself surrounded by feel-good vibes all summer long.

Browse our jobs today to start making unforgettable summer experiences!

Jodie Smith our consultant managing the role
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