Making Memories for Decades: Celebrating Our Long Service Stars
At Parkdean Resorts, we often talk about creating amazing memories for our guests, but none of that would be possible without the incredible people who make the magic happen year after year!
Before we dive into what our Long Service Awards are all about, make sure to check out some team member stories that really capture what it’s like working here:
- Sarah on her Parkdean journey
- An Insider Look at Parkdean’s Chef Jobs
- Coming home: Katrina on her Parkdean family
Recapping our recognition dinner
Back in November, we gathered at Vauxhall Holiday Park for a very special occasion: our Recognition Dinner. This wasn't just any celebration; it was a weekend dedicated to honoring team members who have reached incredible career milestones of 10 years all the way up to 40 years with us!
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A weekend of celebration and belonging
The weekend was designed to reflect one of our core values: Belonging. We wanted our long-serving legends to feel exactly how much they mean to the Parkdean family.
The festivities kicked off on Friday night with the glamorous Recognition Dinner. It was a night of reflection and fun, featuring:
- Cocktail & Mocktail Making: Shaking things up with some friendly competition.
- Storytelling: Sharing our favorite memories from across the decades.
- VIP Meet-and-Greets: Giving our stars the red-carpet treatment they deserve.
From awards to the 90s dancefloor
The celebrations didn't stop at dinner! We got to dive into some 90s nostalgia too (everyone loves some 90s nostalgia!) From singing along to Ace of Base and The Honeyz to hitting the dancefloor for 2Unlimited, the energy was electric. It was a weekend filled with laughter, music, and the kind of memories that last a lifetime.
More than just a "thank you"
While the party was a blast, we believe long-term dedication deserves lasting rewards. As a token of our appreciation for their years of hard work, our milestone achievers received:
- Vouchers to treat themselves.
- 5 additional days of annual leave, giving them more well-deserved time to spend with their own families.
Celebrating our people
We absolutely love celebrating our people and everything they have achieved with us over the years. Whether they’re keeping our parks sparkling clean or running smoothly behind the scenes, their dedication is what makes Parkdean Resorts a leader in the holiday industry!
Cheers to our long-service stars—here’s to many more years of making memories together.
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